“Empathetic listening does not equal agreement.” I believe this quote has been a refrain throughout the whole book and was quoted by the authors for reasons I can relate to. In this age of cancel culture, I feel that there is a fear of judgment within our Christian circles, of being accused of platforming beliefs contrary and even detrimental to our faith when we seek to converse with people of varying worldviews. I totally get where they are coming from. But we should not let that fear paralyze us and prevent us from reaching out to others. To be heard and understood is a desire of every person made in God’s image. We should not withhold these to those in need just because we fear being criticized by others. As Tim shared in the book, he used the example of Jesus spending time with sinners, not even bothered by what the other people were saying about Him. He knows His purpose, was faithful to bring it into completion. God has given each of us a unique purpose as well. That is why a strong Christian foundation and a staunch defence of our faith through Apologetics is of vital importance to build that confidence to resist that fear. And most of all, as sinners forgiven by God, we understand the great love and mercy that God has bestowed upon us. As quoted previously, His “Perfect love casts out fear (1 Jo 4:18).” May we be motivated by love, armed with the Truth and confidence in His Word, as we go and reach out to others for God’s greater glory.