The Bible For Normal People Episode 211: David P. Gushee - Christian Ethics & the Memory of Jesus
Jul 4, 2022
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Christian Ethics Is Complex and Contextual
- Christian ethics involves the church's effort to know and do God's will as encountered in Jesus Christ.
- It is a complex, contextual, and socially embedded human project that requires scripture alongside other sources.
Bible Provides Goals, Not Just Rules
- The Bible offers goals like the kingdom of God and commands like justice beyond mere rules.
- Good ethical interpretation moves beyond proof-texting to embrace stories, character, and community.
Rules Provide Illusion of Certainty
- Rules in the Bible offer an illusion of certainty, especially appealing amid moral confusion.
- However, rule-heavy readings often ignore context and human complexity behind ethical decision-making.