Giving Without Losing Yourself with Alison Berreman

In this heartfelt and theologically rich reflection, Alison Berreman explores the difference between sacrificial love and generative giving. Drawing on the teachings of Jesus, the writings of philosopher Erich Fromm, and personal insights, Alison challenges the common Christian framing of self-sacrifice as the highest virtue. Instead, she offers a vision of love rooted in wholeness, vitality, and mutual transformation. This message invites listeners to reconsider what it means to love like Christ—not by disappearing, but by showing up fully.

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