Toxic Empathy by Allie Beth Stuckey

Why read the book?

Allie Beth Stuckey wrote Toxic Empathy. She looks at how progressives use empathy to push ideas on Christians. Stuckey says empathy turns toxic when it ignores truth. The book covers five big topics: abortion, gender, sexuality, immigration, and social justice. She shows how phrases like "abortion is healthcare" or "love is love" pull at hearts but skip facts.

Stuckey wrote it to help Christians see through this. She uses Bible verses to back her points. Readers learn why empathy alone can lead wrong. The book came out in October 2024. It fits today's talks on faith and politics. Stuckey warns that bad empathy hurts real justice.

She adds stories from life and news. Readers think about their own views. The book pushes for love based on God's rules. Stuckey shares how media and groups spread these ideas. She notes changes in churches. Readers see risks to faith. The book gives tools to fight back with facts. It helps people talk about hard things. Stuckey adds hope that truth wins.

Favourite quote

Empathy becomes toxic when it encourages you to affirm sin, validate lies or support destructive policies.

What I Loved

Toxic Empathy gives a clear look at a big problem. Stuckey tells how empathy gets twisted in debates. She breaks down each issue with care. The book points out lies in common sayings. Stuckey talks about abortion and its real cost. She asks why some back harm in the name of care.

She ties this to Bible teachings on life and love. The book makes you think deep. It calls for Christians to stand firm. Stuckey writes with strong but fair words. Her voice stays true to faith. She shares ways to spot bad empathy. The examples come from real events. Readers see the harm of weak views.

Stuckey looks at how news bends facts. She shows why some pick sides without all info. The book has parts on culture and faith shifts. It talks about leaders who fail to lead. Stuckey gives hope with steps to fix things. The end calls for bold stands on truth.

Key Takeaway

Put empathy under God's truth to avoid harm.

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