The Bulletin Israeli Settler Violence, Epstein Emails, and Bringing Back Purity
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Nov 14, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Luke Simon—a content strategist and M.Div. student—dives deep into the concept of purity within Christian discourse on sexuality. He discusses how cultural shifts, particularly around toxic masculinity and online content, affect perceptions of purity. The dialogue shifts to how purity relates not just to personal ethics but also to broader societal issues like political violence. Luke offers insights on how grace can transform our understanding of purity in both the personal and communal realm.
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Complex Roots Of Settler Violence
- Israeli settler violence is driven by a mix of ideological hilltop settlers and broader, complex settlement demographics.
- Political protection from far-right coalition members emboldens violence while enforcement has weakened under Netanyahu's government.
Enforcement Has Political Limits
- Israel prosecutes some settler crimes but political will and proportional enforcement have declined under the current coalition.
- The presence of far-right ministers reduces emphasis on addressing settler attacks and land seizures.
Pray First, Analyze Later
- Christians need not solve every political detail before praying about the West Bank.
- Pray for justice, peace, and stability and trust God with complex geopolitical realities.
