Straight White American Jesus It's in the Code ep 142: “Cherry-Picking the Bible”
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Apr 16, 2025 The podcast dives into the heated debate of cherry-picking Bible verses in faith deconstruction. It unpacks the accusation often directed at those questioning high-control Christianity, revealing it as a form of gaslighting. The discussion highlights the divide between traditional and contemporary scripture interpretations, questioning authority and hypocrisy in selective readings. Personal experiences shed light on the tensions within these groups, emphasizing the need for diverse perspectives in understanding the Bible.
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Cherry-Picking Accusation
- Deconstructing Christians, when citing Bible passages for critiques, face accusations of "cherry-picking."
- This accusation dismisses their challenges by framing them as misusing scripture.
Biblical Literalism
- High-control Christianity claims the Bible is inspired, inerrant, consistent, and clear.
- This framework insists on equal authority for all passages, making any critique seem selective.
Galatians Example
- If someone questions gender roles using Galatians, they might be accused of cherry-picking.
- They're told a "fuller" view would negate their critique, even if their interpretation is valid.