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Your favorite duo is back with the MOST requested episode ever: homosexuality. Josh & Savannah untangle the subject of queer theology, examining misinterpretations that have fueled hurtful narratives. By meticulously dissecting Bible passages from the Old Testament to the New, Josh & Saw unravel the complexities of language and translation, providing a well-rounded understanding that can foster informed conversations. Savannah even receives a unique gift - a vintage camera loaded with 36 photos documenting her experience of turning 30…or does she?PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/HolyHellLISTEN ON:APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0J5azxx...ADD US ON:INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theholyhellpodTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCLMLdff3uGiC...THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@theholyhellpodJOSH ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/joshjwhiteSAVANNAH ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/savannahrae...CHAPTER:0:00 Burfdays!7:43 - Officiating Weddings10:26 - The Holy Hell Christmas Show11:01 - Patreon!11:52 - Intro12:05 - Today’s Topic: Homosexuality16:46 - how sin & homosexuality came to be23:31 - OT vs. NT 24:39 Leviticus 18-22 and 20-1330:56 - Genesis 19-532:54 - what Leviticus is ACTUALLY about34:44 - where are all the lesbians?35:56 - power structures in the Bible39:30 - malakoi & arsenokoitai44:04 - 1 Corinthians 6-947:47 - the things Paul said/did52:10 - was Paul an extremist?55:07 - why people are afraid leaving non-affirming churches56:32 - most pastors are actually affirming57:08 - people and churches who become affirming will lose something1:01:50 - recap - homosexuality in the Bible1:02:47 - Savannah is RAGING1:06:41 - now Josh is RAGING1:07:38 - Savannah is RAGING AGAIN1:08:26 - was Joseph gay?1:09:08 - what does Jesus say about homosexuality? 1:15:29 - churches becoming affirming1:15:46 - ask your pastor about your churches LGBTQ+ stance1:18:08 - non-affirming churches perpetuate violence against our queer communities1:18:33 - Josh’s story of becoming affirming 1:22:54 - closing thoughts1:24:15 - queer resources1:27:40 - WE RANKED NUMBER TWO!CITED BIBLE VERSES: Genesis 19-5Leviticus 18-221 Corinthians 6-9-111 Timothy 1-10CITED SOURCES:Josh's teaching on homosexuality: • Homosexuality & T... Marcella Althaus-Reid: An Argentine theologian, Althaus-Reid explored themes of sexuality, gender, and liberation theology. Her work challenged traditional theological frameworks and sought to incorporate queer perspectives.Virginia Ramey Mollenkott: Mollenkott is an American feminist theologian who has written extensively on gender, sexuality, and the Bible. She has advocated for LGBTQ+ inclusion in Christian communities and has worked to reconcile Christianity with LGBTQ+ identities.James V. Brownson: Brownson is an American theologian who wrote the book "Bible, Gender, Sexuality: Reframing the Church's Debate on Same-Sex Relationships." In his work, he engages with biblical texts and argues for an affirming interpretation of same-sex relationships.Elizabeth Stuart: Stuart, a British theologian, has made significant contributions to queer theology. Her work focuses on sexuality, gender, and biblical interpretation, aiming to challenge heteronormative readings of Scripture.Patrick S. Cheng: Cheng is an Asian-American theologian and Episcopal priest who advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion within the church. His work combines queer theology, liberation theology, and Asian-American theology.Justin Tanis: Tanis is a transgender theologian and author who has written on transgender issues within a theological context. He has contributed to the development of transgender theology and advocates for greater acceptance and inclusion of transgender individuals in religious communities.Books:Changing our Minds - David GusheeAfter Evangelicalism - David GusheeSlaves, Women & Homosexuals - William J. WebbThe 1946 Documentary - how the word “homosexual” entered into the BiblePeople to follow on Instagram: @AdamEricksen @MikeMaeshiro @Queerthology @ConfidentlyQueer @colbymartin @kevinjgarcia

