Is Intolerance Always Bad? A Christian Perspective on Tolerance
The Cultural Double Standard on Morality Why is it culturally appropriate for an individual to deem certain actions as wrong, but not others? When I look at our cultural climate, I see certain actions that are easily condemned such as racism, sexism, body-shaming, and cultural appropriation. At the same time, other actions are said to […]
Cultural Tolerance Fails Us
Welcome! In this post, let’s look at the word “tolerance,” and whether society pushes its intended meaning. Tolerance, traditionally, is defined as respectfully acknowledging another’s subjective beliefs and opinions — without endorsing or accepting them. As Josh McDowell puts it, “…loving someone with whom you may totally disagree.” Today, society is pressuring us to accept […]