8 Things Christians Get Totally Wrong About Their Own Religion

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Christianity and Rules

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Weaponizing the Bible

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Good Person vs. Christian

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Attending Mass

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Jesus as a Rebel

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Judgment vs. Love

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Fear and Guilt

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Suffering and Joy

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