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Bridges Over Walls
The Wall of Fear - Morals & Monsters w/ Dr. Seth Pierce (Season Finale)
Dec 1, 2023
Dr. Seth Pierce, from Beast & Bible, discusses Christianity's use of fear and its impact on faith and interactions. Topics include historical fears, fear-driven churches, distortion of reality, social media influence, and fostering positive change in church communities.
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- Fear-driven moral panics in Christianity can lead to harm and mistreatment of others.
- Literature faces disproportionate fear-driven criticism within Christian communities, impacting trust and open dialogue.
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The Influence of Fear in Christianity
Fear has been a powerful motivator among Christians, leading to harm and mistreatment of others. Christianity has a history of creating moral panics based on specific fears, such as dungeons and dragons, rock and roll, or the COVID vaccine. These moral panics arise from a combination of media caricatures, public outcry, law enforcement crackdowns, legislation, and the emergence of action groups. These panics often exaggerate the potential dangers and create an emotional overreaction that does not match the actual impact of the feared phenomenon. The resulting fear-driven culture can lead to a loss of trust in Christian authorities and a breakdown in relationships. To navigate this, it is important to approach fear with curiosity and critical thinking, taking the time to understand issues before reacting and seeking diverse perspectives and expert opinions.
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