How did Jesus deal with animosity?
In the days of Jesus, Jews hated Samaritans. And the feeling was mutual.
Animosity between the two groups had existed for centuries.
But why?
How did Jesus deal with it? And what does that mean for us today?
This week's Bible passage: 1 Peter 2:4-12
This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 4.10: Tough Topics — Race on Throwing Mountains.
Weekly Strength podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)
Other resources:
- Chris Bolinger's other devotional: Daily Strength for Men
- Mike Hatch's book: Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the Gospel
- Relational men's discipleship programs: CLC
 | Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com. Learn More » |
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