# Why Christian Ethics Must Start With Jesus

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Podcast: [Doctor John Patrick](https://stenobird.com/podcast/doctor-john-patrick-5582517)
Published: 2026-06-24T06:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://doctorjohnpatrick.podbean.com/e/why-christian-ethics-must-start-with-jesus/
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