FROM THE EDITOR
“ We know that incivility is contagious ,” says Christine Porath , a Georgetown University professor . “ It ’ s like a bug or virus . It ’ s not only when people experience incivility , it ’ s when they see or read about it .” We all know we are bombarded on all sides by crude , unkind , and hurtful words . I even struggled to find a word there , because “ discourse ” or “ discussion ” is not applicable these days , as people tend rather to shout aggressive monologues rather than speaking to one another and exchanging views .
By contrast , Scripture tells us , “ Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths , but only such as is good for building up , as fits the occasion , that it may give grace to those who hear .” ( Eph . 4:29 ) Moreover , “ The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer , but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things .” ( Prov . 15:28 )
In this “ Age of Incivility ,” how do we live out eternal truths about treating one another with kindness and respect and thereby allow social discourse which fosters civility and thus smooths a path for working together toward common goals ?
In this issue of Edge of Faith Magazine you will find a number of suggestions for , and examples of , civil discourse whether through languages of the tongue , the ear , or the eye .
Editor in Chief Michael Porter
Senior Editor Karla Probert
Marketing Director Anne Porter
Design Director Matt Kime
Social Media Manager Matthew Philip
Cover Art : Carolyn Abrams , “ The Portal of Her Soul ”
Karla Probert , Senior Editor
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