Avoiding Pride, Exclusivity, and the Other Dangers of Overzealous Faith

Faith can be a powerful force for good in the world. It can inspire us to acts of kindness, compassion, and service. However, when faith becomes overzealous, it can lead to a number of dangerous consequences, including pride, exclusivity, and intolerance.

In this article, we will explore the dangers of overzealous faith and offer some tips on how to avoid them.

Accidental Pharisees: Avoiding Pride, Exclusivity, and the Other Dangers of Overzealous Faith

by Larry Osborne

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The Dangers of Overzealous Faith

There are a number of dangers associated with overzealous faith, including:

* **Pride:** Overzealous faith can lead to a sense of superiority over others. This can lead to arrogance, condescension, and a lack of empathy for those who do not share our beliefs. * **Exclusivity:** Overzealous faith can also lead to a sense of exclusivity. This can lead to the belief that only those who share our beliefs are truly worthy of salvation or belonging. * **Intolerance:** Overzealous faith can lead to intolerance of other religions and beliefs. This can lead to violence, persecution, and even war.

How to Avoid the Dangers of Overzealous Faith

There are a number of things we can do to avoid the dangers of overzealous faith, including:

* **Be humble:** Remember that we are all human beings, and that we are all capable of making mistakes. * **Be open-minded:** Be willing to listen to the beliefs of others, even if they do not share our own. * **Be tolerant:** Respect the beliefs of others, even if we do not agree with them. * **Be loving:** Treat others with kindness and compassion, regardless of their beliefs.

Faith can be a powerful force for good in the world, but it is important to avoid the dangers of overzealous faith. By being humble, open-minded, tolerant, and loving, we can help to create a more just and peaceful world.

**Additional Resources**

* [The Dangers of Overzealous Faith](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-scientific-fundamentalist/200910/the-dangers-overzealous-faith) * [How to Avoid the Dangers of Overzealous Faith](https://www.huffingtonpost.com/rev-peter-weaver/how-to-avoid-the-dangers_b_8281420.html) * [The Importance of Humility in Faith](https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-importance-of-humility-in-faith)

Accidental Pharisees: Avoiding Pride, Exclusivity, and the Other Dangers of Overzealous Faith

by Larry Osborne

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1272 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	209 pages

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