In today's episode, Tim Whitaker and April Ajoy delve into the controversial topic of slavery as discussed in the Bible, particularly focusing on the arguments made by Joshua Haymes. They explore the implications of these arguments within the context of evangelicalism and Christian nationalism, highlighting the contradictions and moral dilemmas that arise from a literal interpretation of scripture.

Chapters

05:47 The Role of Historical Context in Biblical Interpretation

11:29 The Debate on Moral Foundations and Slavery

17:17 The Intersection of Christianity and Social Justice

26:11 The Future of Evangelicalism and Its Ideologies

43:58 Interpreting Scripture in Context

58:59 Slavery and Biblical Justifications

01:19:27 Concluding Thoughts on Human Dignity

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