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Some discussions question whether progressivism is a religion due to its zealotry, external features similar to traditional faith, and enforcement of beliefs like saints and heretics.
Every society has a form of religion, either obvious like Catholicism or subtle. There is a need for faith that will always be filled, even if it means replacing one religion with another.
Wokeness is described as a Xeno-religion, lacking in essential features of true faith such as sacrifices, rewards beyond the immediate future, and providing a meaningful answer to the purpose of existence.

True leadership involves making radical sacrifices, setting an example for others to follow, and fostering a culture of self-sacrifice and service.
Service is an integral part of leadership, and true faith leads to authentic sacrifices.
Demanding and authentic leadership can inspire profound acts of service and energize people to make meaningful sacrifices.

Evaluation of epic actions requires understanding ancient cultural context and avoiding anachronism
The sacrifice of the twelve Trojan youths by Achilles in the Iliad highlights extreme grief and excessiveness in the narrative
The depiction of human sacrifice in the Iliad serves to characterize Achilles as an individual separate from traditional, civilized society

Rituals of sacrifice help us connect with something bigger than ourselves
Sacrifice can be a way to challenge ourselves and find honor in our limits
Reconnecting with traditions can bring a deeper understanding of identity and purpose

Today is a day of remembrance for American heroes and their sacrifices.
The American experiment has survived through the sacrifices of many men and women.
We must honor and remember those who gave their lives for our freedom.

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Responsibility for positive change brings true freedom.
Discipline and freedom are interconnected; discipline is the path to true freedom.
Value human connection and never leave anyone behind in your journey towards victory.

Easter Saturday represents the struggle between despair and hope, reflecting the human experience of living in uncertainty.
Many individuals today seek a spiritual perspective that is intellectually robust and personally meaningful, navigating a complex and varied spiritual outlook.
Sacrifice, as seen in the Easter story and in chess, is about giving up something valuable for a greater goal, involving emptiness, self-dispossession, and a transition from weakness to power.

Struggling teams may require sacrifices and solutions to improve their performance.
Different managers made sacrifices - time, dignity, and friendships - to ease their team's struggles.
The story emphasizes the consequences and outcomes of sacrifices made in leadership roles.

A grieving mother copes with loss through a documentary about a sacrificial ritual
Japanese climate refugees thrive in a new location by adapting and reviving traditions
A powerful narrative of sacrifice and unexpected twists in a ritual ceremony

The Old Testament is important and should not be discarded by Christians, as it provides valuable context and teachings that complement the New Testament.
When leading worship, make sure not to offer an imperfect sacrifice, but rather give your best in praising God with sincerity and effort.
True worship involves sacrificing praise, even through suffering, just like Jesus suffered outside the gate, showing the deep relationship and trust we have in God.