This episode explores the topic of sexuality and sexual ethics in the context of religious spaces. The host shares personal experiences growing up in purity culture and the impact it had on their understanding of sexuality. They discuss the anxiety and silence around sexuality in both conservative and progressive churches. The conversation also addresses the legacy of sexual abuse in religious spaces and the need for open and honest discussions about sexual ethics. The host examines the biblical text of Colossians 3:1-17, emphasizing the importance of treating others with respect and dignity. The episode concludes with a call to accept the invitation to build a new world based on love and equality.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00Introduction
03:08Growing up in Purity Culture
06:03Anxiety around Sexuality
07:03Silence in Progressive Churches
07:30Legacy of Sexual Abuse in Religious Spaces
08:26Handling the Texts without Inflicting Harm
09:25Anxiety around Texts on Sexuality
10:24Understanding the Context of the Text
11:47The Symbolism of Baptism
13:15The New Age and the Not Yet
15:12Putting to Death the Old Way of Being
17:08Treating Each Other Well
19:07The Wrath of God and Right Relationships
20:01Healthy Speech and Language
21:23The New Age and Equality
22:47Putting on Compassion, Kindness, and Love
23:44Living in the New Age
25:15Accepting the Invitation to Reconciliation
26:15Examining Our Actions and Speech
27:43Being Rooted in Our Reconciliation
28:08Building a New World
28:59Closing Remarks
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