Marcus J. BorgChristianity's goal is not escape from this world. It loves this world and seeks to change it for the better.
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Those who follow Christ should not be cold and aloof, but curious and eager to learn. Christ’s followers should not live in a fantasy world where they don't have to work for a living and there is no stress and no pain. Instead, followers of Christ should be ready to face the hard work of changing the world for the better.
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