Welcome to our season 1 finale! In this episode, Gabe and Katie discuss the importance of engaging in loving disagreement–as inspired by Kathy Khang & Matt Mikalatos’ book, Loving Disagreement–and being friends with people you disagree with. It’s something most of us agree that we want in theory…but it’s not so easy in practice.

They share personal experiences and dissect a few examples of how leaning into disagreement beyond civility can cause harm or healing. Dive in with us! As we embrace discomfort and prioritize community and help to build a just world through getting comfy with disagreement.

Mentioned in the episode:

Loving Disagreement: Fighting for Community Through the Fruit of the Spirit by Kathy Khang and Matt Mikalatos

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Hosts: Katie Nguyen Palomares & Gabriel Palomares

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Designer: Josue Carballo-Huertas

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Chapters

00:00 Intro + Catch Up

03:48 Can We Be Friends With People We Disagree With?

05:26 Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations: The Key to Maintaining Friendships with Differing Opinions

06:13 Trust and Respect: The Foundation of Friendships with Differing Beliefs

09:08 Engaging in Disagreements: A Path to Deeper Understanding

10:59 Challenges of Navigating Differing Political Views

12:13 Creating a Safe Space for Open Dialogue: The Importance of the Honor System

13:28 Ushering in the Kingdom through Disagreement

16:55 Going Beyond Civility in Disagreements

17:59 Taking a Stance in Disagreements

20:37 The Power of Listening in Disagreements

28:09 Disagreement vs. Disregarding

33:36 Humility in Disagreements

38:37 Embracing Uncomfortable Conversations

40:24 Fighting for Community over Comfort