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Genuine Christian spirituality is action and life and community and performance and embodiment rather than simply the affirmation of certain doctrines.
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The quote says that Christian spirituality is not only agreeing with a set of teachings. It is something people live out through action, shared community, practical habits, and embodied behavior. “Performance” here means putting belief into practice, so spirituality is shown in how a person lives, not merely in what doctrines they affirm.
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