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101. John Allen Chau: Reckless Missionary or Righteous Martyr?

101. John Allen Chau: Reckless Missionary or Righteous Martyr?

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If you were around for this story in 2018, you remember that it was everywhere.

An American missionary is killed after attempting to make contact with an isolated tribe that lives on a small island in the Bay of Bengal.

Criticism was immediate. Swarms of news outlets condemned the man for resurrecting age-old imperialist tactics in defying the tribe's desire for autonomy. Many Christians defended the action, citing the significance of the Great Commission and defending his desire to see lost souls be saved.

But we know what you're thinking...what do the fearless leaders of Chump Nation think???

Okay in all seriousness, this is a great episode. And we'd love to hear your comments, so let us know what you think!

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