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Choosing HOSPITALITY instead of Xenophobia

Xenophobia in South Africa is again making international news. Many are talking about recent violence against foreigners in South Africa, with many opinions. Some in the international community think they know the solution to this problem, but many overlook its social and economic complexities. This problem isn’t small, and it requires urgent attention from us and our leaders.

A spiritual problem

What does the Bible say about xenophobia? We know the Bible condemns violence and injustice, and clearly speaks against hatred and violence as sinful social

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