Diana Butler BassThe moment that we think we know, we’ve lost our perspective on wisdom.
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On the topic of perspective; we should never get too attached to our knowledge. The moment we think we know something is the moment that we begin to refuse to learn. It's what we lack: perspective that allows us to see things clearly.
Source: Christianity For The Rest Of Us: How The Neighborhood Church Is Transforming The Faith
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