Dad Tired Misreading Scripture With Western Eyes (with Randy Richards)
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Feb 28, 2022 
Randy Richards, a professor and author of 'Misreading Scripture With Western Eyes', dives deep into how cultural lenses shape our understanding of the Bible. He discusses the pitfalls of personalizing God through individual experience, emphasizing the need for a broader cultural context. The conversation touches on forgiveness perspectives across cultures, the importance of family legacy, and fostering community in faith. Richards also shares insights on choosing study Bibles and navigating translations for better understanding, urging listeners to engage authentically with scripture.
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Eloping Couple Misread Scripture
- Randy shares a story about a couple considered sinners for eloping without parental permission.
- This reveals how Western individualism misinterprets biblical obedience commands.
Modesty Means Economic Restraint
- 'Modest' in the Bible refers to economic modesty, not sexual modesty.
- Paul's counsel on women dressing modestly warns against showing off wealth to intimidate poorer believers.
Joseph’s Story is Family Drama
- The Joseph story is a family inheritance drama, not an individual success story.
- Western readers often miss the collectivist focus and see it as individual triumph.
