John Shelby Spong - The Judeo-Christian Faith Story: How Much is History?
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- "I am one priest and bishop in the church who is no longer willing to read [the Bible] through stained glass lenses," Bishop John Shelby Spong said. That might as well be the man's mantra, and this lecture exemplifies why. Spong's idea of "reclaiming the Bible" refers to putting its words into context and highlighting its inconsistencies. In this lecture, he does so by tracing some biblical "facts" and addressing their validity.
Read Mary Desmond's recap for The Chautauquan Daily here: chqny.in/LA3wNw.
I was already in love with Bishop Spong for so many reasons but I think it's his answer to the final question in this lecture that just puts it over the top for me. I hope you'll watch this video all the way through! He's just delightful and I rely on his scholarship a lot for expanding my metaphysical interpretation. FYI - he's not a metaphysician. But, a true metaphysician does not ignore Bible scholarship. They incorporate it into their interpretation of Scripture. Be blessed, Rev. Sherri James.
what an awesome man!!! I am 66 and have been on such a reclaiming journey for 4 years - this man just excels my expectations!!
This is unbelievable - I have been searching all my life for this...he is so articulate...brings out knowledge and reasoning so well!
Jack a breath of fresh air in a very smoke filled room. Thanks for sharing.
Gee, a Christian sermon I can actually respect. Will wonders never cease?
We need more Christians like Mr Spong whose lectures take a practical and modern approach and force you to take a step back and THINK......unlike the bullish preachers who lectures seem nonsense
I am not a christian but really can relate to the type of reasoning and explanations provided by Mr Spong
I have to say...I'm an Atheist & even I like this guy. Finally a man of God who speaks from a realistic point of view. If the churches followed his example there would be a lot less conflict between believers & non-believers.
im an atheist and i love this man
This should have 300 million hits, not 3,000
Bishop Spong is the type of leader Christian church's so desperately are in need of, and, maybe then will there be more informed laymen in the pew's.