In this episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, host Jess Karels delves into empathy and its portrayal as potentially sinful within certain American Christian circles.

We also discuss the theological and historical perspectives on sin, the evolution of Christianity, and how concepts like Manifest Destiny and American Exceptionalism have shaped modern evangelical thought.

We contrast the biblical advocacy for empathy and compassion with contemporary Christian conservatism’s focus on power and dominance. The episode uncovers a dichotomy within American Christianity and examines its impact on national identity and social justice through scriptural references.

Timestamps:

00:00 SAFS - What the Bible Says About The Sin of Empathy

01:04 "Toxic" and "Sinful" Empathy?

02:37 Intro for those who are new to me

04:15 America at the Crossroads

05:15 What is "Sin" in the Bible?

06:57 The Morphing of Christianity in America

15:32 Cain, Abel, and America

22:22 The Bible on Empathy

33:11 The Sect That Believes Empathy is Toxic

Information referenced:

• Jewniverse - The 8 Genders of the Talmud

• Terms for Gender Diversity in Classic Jewish Texts

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In this reboot episode of Spiritual AF Sundays, host Jess Karels, also known as The Mystic Geek, delves into the multi-faceted impacts of the recent TikTok ban from both political and spiritual perspectives. Discover how this event connects with American Exceptionalism and its deeper societal implications.

Don't miss out on unraveling these complex layers—listen now to bridge the gap between current events and mystical insights.

00:00 Introductions

01:12 The TikTok Ban - Lead-Up & Experiences

08:24 The Emotional Impact of the Ban

11:03 The Emotional Impact of TikTok's Return

14:10 TikTok and the Egregore of American Exceptionalism

15:23 What is an Egregore?

16:16 Understanding American Exceptionalism

23:18 How TikTok Challenged American Exceptionalism Read the transcript on Patreon (and support the show)

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Welcome to Spiritual AF Sundays, a podcast where we mix culture, commentary, and witchcraft.

I'm your host, Jessica Karels also known as The Mystic Geek, and I'll be diving into discussions about current events and trends from a Xennial, occult-nerd perspective.

Social media RARELY does these topics justice, so let's approach them with a more nuanced take.

Grab your favorite beverage, sit in a comfy chair, and get ready to peel back the layers of reality, because THAT is Spiritual AF.