John Fugelsang delivers a deeply irreverent and biblically correct takedown of far-right Christian hatred — a book for believers, atheists, agnostics, and anyone who will ever have to deal with a Christian nationalist. I think it's amazing that 85% of those commenting on Amazon gave this New York Times bestselling book a rating of 5/5.
For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist independently. But Christianity has been hijacked by far-right groups and politicians who seek to impose their narrow views on government, often to justify oppressive and unequal policies. The extremists who weaponize the Bible for earthly power aren’t actually on the side of Jesus, and historically they never have been. How do we fight back against those acting — literally — in bad faith?
Comedian and broadcaster John Fugelsang offers some answers by taking us through common fundamentalist arguments on abortion, immigration, LGBTQ rights, and more — exposing their hypocrisy and inaccuracy through scripture, common sense, and humor. It offers practical tips on how to debate your loved one, coworker, or neighbor on the issues that divide us using that Bible they claim to follow.
But Fugelsang’s message is about more than just taking down hypocrites. It’s about fighting for the love, mercy, and service that are supposed to make up the heart of Christianity. Told with a blend of honesty, comedy, and political and religious knowledge, Separation of Church and Hate is the book we need. It’s a rallying cry for compassion and clarity for anyone who is sick of people using religion as a way to hide their hate.
Week in Review
- On Monday, I mused about the accuracy of Punxsutawney Phil's Groundhog Day predictions, HERE.
- On TWOsday, my subject was a couple of surveys, HERE.
- Thursday's post was a request to WEAR RED on Friday, HERE.
- On Saturday, my "Caturday" post featured a couple of cute cats, HERE.
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