Discussion/Journaling Questions
- Personal Struggles: Bishop DeDe highlights the seductive nature of evil and how it can appear attractive or justified in certain circumstances. Reflect on a time when you found yourself drawn to actions or thoughts that conflicted with your values. What was the nature of this temptation, and how did you respond?
- Understanding Evil: The Bishop suggests that evil is often a force that pulls us away from God’s love and dignity. How do you understand the concept of evil in your own life? Can you identify specific actions or systems that, in your view, represent this concept?
- Repentance and Growth: Repentance is described as turning back to God with a sense of sorrow and commitment to change. How do you interpret the idea of repentance in your spiritual journey? What practices or attitudes help you in turning back to your values after making a mistake?
- Impact of Compassion: Bishop DeDe speaks about the reciprocal nature of compassion and how our actions affect not only others but ourselves. How can you foster compassion and empathy in your daily interactions? What small actions can you take to make a positive impact on those around you?
- Community and Healing: Reflecting on the vision of a world healed by love, how can you contribute to creating a more compassionate and loving community? What steps can you take to resist evil and promote healing in your immediate surroundings?
Discussion Idea: Consider discussing with a group how personal and systemic evils manifest in today’s world. Explore practical ways individuals and communities can actively resist these forces and promote healing and wholeness.
