CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE: Mike Burnard - The Silicon Curtain & The Church in Gaza: How to Discern Truth in a Divided World

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This discussion explores two critical themes for modern Christians: navigating digital bias and understanding the plight of the global church. The conversation introduces the "Silicon Curtain," a modern echo of the Iron Curtain, where algorithms on social media create echo chambers that only feed us information that aligns with our existing beliefs, making it nearly impossible to see a balanced view of world events. Using the conflict in Gaza as a primary example, the segment highlights the importance of seeking firsthand, on-the-ground perspectives from the church itself.
10 Nov 12AM English South Africa News · Christianity

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