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The Good Samaritan Study

Seminary students rushing to give a talk about helping strangers walked past a man in need

You're rushing to give a talk about helping strangers. What could make you walk past the very person who needs you?

You'll find out

  • Walk the same route twice
  • See what changed with hurry
  • Give your next decision room

Why it matters

Spot the pressure a tight schedule adds, and build a small buffer before the details matter.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 50 · Zone 6

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