"What Divides Us" - Episode 1 - The Two Edged Sword of Truth

As the first of four sections to this entire season of the Light in Every Thing, this series explores a core moral challenge that has emerged with increasing strength recently: How do we find community even as we find our individuality? How can I come to a truth that doesn't simply negate yours? How can we generate unity with our fellow humans - including our many conflicting perspectives - without negating the other's freedom? How can the 'sword of truth' become something that unites, not divides us?

Conversation Notes and References

- To learn more about the MysTech 2022 conference, click here. We will share a recording of Patrick's presentation, "A New Genesis" in the next few weeks.

- “To live in love towards our actions, and to let live in understanding of the other person’s will, is the fundamental maxim of free human beings.”  Rudolf Steiner, Chapter 9, The Philosophy of Spiritual Activity.

- Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”  John 14:6 (New International Version)

- For details on the recent polling of 1,500 US adults on the political divisions and perceived threat of violence in the future, click here. 

- For the flags Patrick observed in Portland, Oregon and to learn more about the progressive organization promoting them, click here. 

- To learn more about the life and death of Sophie Scholl, click here. 

- To learn more about the life and death of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, click here. 

Many thanks to Elliott Chamberlin who composed the theme music, “Seeking Together.” You can find more of his music here.

Thanks also to Camilla Lake for the show notes and Patreon/Podcast communications and production.

The Light in Every Thing is a podcast of the Seminary of The Christian Community in North America. Learn more about the Seminary and its offerings at our website.

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The Light in Every Thing is a podcast of The Seminary of The Christian Community in North America. Learn more about the Seminary and its offerings at our website. This podcast is supported by our growing Patreon community. To learn more, go to www.patreon.com/ccseminary.

Thanks to Elliott Chamberlin who composed our theme music, “Seeking Together,” and the legacy of our original show-notes and patreon producer, Camilla Lake.