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how do economic inequalities today function as 'dividing walls' between different groups?

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Ephesians 2:14

For he is our peace, who made both one, and broke down the middle wall of partition.

This letter, likely written by the apostle Paul from prison in the 1st century CE, is addressed to Christians in Ephesus (modern-day Turkey). In this section, Paul is reflecting on how Jesus's life, death, and resurrection have brought together Jewish and non-Jewish people, who were historically separated by religious law and cultural divides.

What 'dividing walls' in our present society need to be broken down for true peace to emerge?

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  • Galatians 3:28

    Emphasizes unity beyond social and ethnic distinctions in Christ.

  • James 2:1-4

    Challenges favoritism based on wealth and social status within the community.

  • Revelation 21:3-4

    Paints a picture of a future where God dwells with humanity, implying ultimate unity and the absence of dividing walls.

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