Does the Right to Preach Include the Right to Frighten People?

When defending our freedom to share the Gospel becomes a question about how we treat those who hear it.

The Rich Young Man Went Away Sorrowful, James Tissot, c.1886–94. Jesus challenged him, but also allowed him to walk away. Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Welcome to Thursday’s reflection.

Today I reflect on what happens when the right to speak about faith collides with the way we actually speak to people.

Paul

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