Bare Marriage Episode 209: Why Don't Evangelical Sex Teachers Know What They Don't Know?
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Oct 12, 2023 The podcast discusses the phenomenon of evangelical echo chambers and the danger of accepting authority without question. They explore the Allegory of the Cave and resistance to new knowledge, touching on problematic perspectives on sex and the importance of addressing women's needs. The hosts also talk about the Dunning Kruger effect and arrogant lecturing on women's experiences in sex, and the problem of education within evangelicalism. They discuss the issue of evangelical sex teachers critiquing meta analysis despite not being qualified, and challenge the idea of faith without questioning. The chapter ends with a discussion on avoiding echo chambers and the importance of critical thinking.
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Obligation Sex Debate
- Sheila Wray Gregoire discussed a Twitter debate with Tim Little, a seminary professor.
- Little argued that women consenting to unwanted sex could change their husbands, citing Song of Solomon.
Reinforcing Bad Behavior
- The argument for obligation sex is similar to giving in to a child's tantrums.
- It reinforces bad behavior instead of promoting positive change.
Misinterpreting Song of Solomon
- Tim Little's interpretation of Song of Solomon suggests wives are solely responsible for their own arousal.
- He believes husbands should not have to engage in foreplay.