126 | How Fear Destroys Unity as Christians

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas explores Joshua 21–22, where the tribes of Israel receive their promised inheritance and begin to settle into the land. But when the eastern tribes build an altar near the Jordan, it sparks fear and misunderstanding among the others, almost leading to civil war. What was meant as a symbol of unity is mistaken for rebellion, revealing how quick we can be to assume the worst without seeking understanding. Pastor David uses this story to reflect on how we often build "scarecrows"—false threats based on fear, insecurity, or assumptions. Instead of confronting one another in humility and grace, we react in suspicion. This message challenges us to approach conflict with a desire for clarity and reconciliation, reminding us that peace requires communication, trust, and a willingness to see beyond appearances.