Gospel Fare
The Limits of Empathy: Why Feeling Isn’t Always Knowing
Is empathy always good? Without scrutiny, it feeds bias, but with reality testing, it grounds compassion in truth.
Dan Ellsworth
October 8, 2025
Is empathy always good? Without scrutiny, it feeds bias, but with reality testing, it grounds compassion in truth.
Does living forever lead to wisdom? Without grace, it distorts identity, erodes desire, and hollows the soul.
Do polite compromises secure faith’s future in liberal democracy? They don’t; doctrine must guide law and civic life.
Why did superhero films abandon origin stories? Because we don’t want to become heroes. We want them to just show up.
Should judges defy the president for the Constitution? True fidelity means law over personal allegiance.
What if gossip isn’t always harmful? When rooted in empathy, it becomes a path to deeper relationships.
Shaken by Ruby Franke’s story? That discomfort can be a call for self-reflection. Her case reveals how the obsession with image can distort values and lead to devastating choices.
The Family Proclamation affirms the sacredness of the body and the divine design and purpose of gender.
Why do AI companions pose a threat? They draw individuals into self-focused worlds, replacing genuine connection with emotional detachment.
Truth as a Person, Jesus Christ, reshapes how we approach revelation, moving us beyond contemporary ideological frameworks.
Can a film be both fun and moral? Great family films require virtue, moral clarity, and timeless values.
What motivates Latter-day Saints’ votes? Faith, morality, and pragmatism drive choices across political lines.