Instead, let me make a personal appeal. So very often, when older evangelicals ask what they can do to prevent deconstruction, here’s what I say: “If you want to do one single thing that will help your niece, grandson, or children see Christianity as credible, it’s this: Form a bridge where the world can’t. Sit down with your minority Christian brothers and sisters, and model the gospel of reconciliation. Stop reading about ‘them.’ Stop assuming things. Partner with them. Have hard conversations. Do good together in your community. Tell your niece or grandson or children what you’re learning
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