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Breaking Down Barriers: Understanding Tribalism and Division
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In this episode, we delve into the complex issue of tribalism, both outside and within the church. As humans, we naturally form groups, often defining ourselves by who is in or out. But in religious communities, these boundaries can quickly harden, creating factions based on beliefs, practices, or identities that fuel division. We look to the Bible, beginning with Acts 15 and the Council of Jerusalem, where early Christians debated whether Gentile converts should adhere to Jewish laws. This historical moment reveals the struggle to balance faith with inclusion, a tension that echoes in today's church.
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The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion by Jonathan Haidt
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