Episode 18: Becoming Unoffendable: Addressing 3 ways we can easily take offense
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Do you want to cultivate a greater ability to remain unoffendable? Are you seeking a solution to help you navigate through the challenges of taking offense easily? Discover the key to unlocking an increased capacity to stay unoffendable. In this podcast we will share 3 ways we can easily become offended as Christians: with other Christians, with non-believers, and with God. In this episode, you will be able to: - Explore the intricate dynamics of societal offense and learn how to navigate it more effectively. - Delve into the purpose of empathy and understanding in easing offensive situations. - Uncover the power dynamics and consequences of gossip and offense within church communities. - Gain insight into the subtle art of resolving misunderstandings and handling offense. - Recognize how to grow spiritually even when faced with offense against God. Connect with us! Join our Group on Facebook with the podcast community https://www.facebook.com/groups/eyesonjesuspodcast/ Email questions or show topic ideas to [email protected] Be sure to connect with the hosts!  For more information on Drew Barker: Follow Drew on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drewsbarker/ For more information on Tim Ferrara: Get all his links in one place- to his social media, all 3 of his books, and more https://linktr.ee/discerning_dad Check out his website!  https://discerning-dad.com/ The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Creating Division and Offense,  00:03:12 - The Impact of Offense,  00:05:24 - The Definition of Offense,  00:07:04 - Understanding Others' Offense,  00:11:16 - Creating Division with Offense,  00:14:00 - The Power of Gossip and Offense,  00:17:38 - Having a Process for Dealing with Offense,  00:19:26 - Offense Among Christians,  00:23:05 - Personal Experience with Offense,  00:25:13 - The Danger of Gossip,  00:27:17 - Understanding Church Hurt,  00:29:38 - Offense with Non-Believers,  00:30:31 - Jesus and Offense,  00:32:23 - Personal Calling,  00:38:07 - Acting on Injustice,  00:41:05 - Understanding Non-Christians,  00:42:22 - Offense from God,  00:43:54 - Changing Beliefs vs. Behavior,  00:44:47 - Relying on Others vs. Personal Faith,  00:49:43 - Unwavering Faith,  00:54:54 - Who is the Ministry Target?,  00:55:20 - The Process of Waiting,  00:56:03 - The Importance of Character,  00:57:45 - Challenges in Ministry,  01:00:01 - Offense and Significance,   
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