What if “loving your neighbor” was more than a slogan? Maybe it’s time to rethink what it means to love your neighbor and why actions must speak louder than prayers.
Have you ever noticed how often religious folks talk about “loving your neighbor” or “caring for others,” but then seem to stop short of actually doing it? They might offer thoughts and prayers, or share Bible verses online—but when it comes to fair wages, social programs, or standing up for immigrants and working-class families, suddenly the compassion just disappears.
Welcome to Mythologizing the Bible, where we’ll be taking a look at three readings from the Christian Bible through the lens of “sacred myth.”
As we reflect on the readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we’ll explore the gap between what religion preaches and what real care actually requires and what it might mean to reclaim those values in a way that makes a difference today.
In this episode, we’re tackling a hard but hopeful question: What would it look like to build a world where doing good work is actually rewarded, where positive change isn’t feared, and where care isn’t just a slogan but a shared, lived commitment? Because if that’s not what religion is working toward... then what exactly is it doing?
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