“Most of us like thinking we are God's only children...At least one of the purposes of church is to remind us that God has other children, easily as precious as we. Baptism and narcissism cancel each other out.”
Quote by Barbara Brown Taylor
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Barbara Brown Taylor
Barbara Brown Taylor, born on September 21, 1951, is an American priest with a profound understanding of theology. She has served as a pastor in several churches and is known for her unique preaching style and insightful views on religious life. more
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