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Feb 2025
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Ep. 324 - The Dangers of Over-Spirituali...

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Over-spiritualization in the Christian life can lead to misunderstanding scripture, misapplying biblical truths, and disconnecting from both believers and non-believers. E.Z., Mark, and Oscar talk about how this often begins with a lack of sound teaching from the pulpit, emphasizing interpreting Scripture in its proper context rather than projecting personal ... Show More
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