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Mark Batterson Issues a Warning to Christians in His New Book, Not My Circus

Christian Headlines·Oct 26, 2026 · 9:49 AM CT
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Mark Batterson, pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and author of The Circle Maker, says his new book Not My Circus is different from his others. After years of avoiding controversial topics, he warns believers not to get drawn into political tribalism.

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