Ep 65 with Jada Edwards: Loving Your Neighbor in a Divided World

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In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with author, teacher, and speaker Jada Edwards, for a powerful conversation about faith, leadership, and the true meaning of love. They unpack why love is often misunderstood and how redefining it through God’s lens can transform relationships, leadership, and even church culture. They explore why many believers struggle to love others well, the importance of addressing church hurt, and how small, consistent acts of obedience can lead to big moves of God. If you’ve ever wondered why loving your neighbor feels so hard—or how to build stronger, more authentic relationships—this episode will challenge and encourage you to lean into God’s definition of love.

SHOW NOTES:
Redefining Love Through God’s Eyes
They discuss how love is often misinterpreted as transactional or emotional, but God’s love is deeper—rooted in action and truth.

Small Yeses Lead to Big Moves of God
Sometimes obedience to God’s small nudges leads to massive spiritual breakthroughs. They explore why daily faithfulness matters more than grand gestures.

Healing Church Hurt
Many believers are wounded by past church experiences. They talk about why poor execution shouldn’t cause us to give up on the church’s mission.

Leading with Love in a Divided World
They explore how political and social divides have made it harder to love others—and why the church must set the example for unity and grace.

Creating Space for Restoration
They reflect on how the church can be a place of healing and redemption—even for those who have fallen or walked away.

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