Disarming the Bible: Faith and Empire
In partnership with West Virginia pastors Rev. Cindy Briggs-Biondi and Rev. Darick Biondi, Justice & Jubilee is hosting Biblical Studies classes specifically designed to help those who are unfamiliar with the Bible (or a little rusty) to identify when Scripture is being distorted and weaponized.
“Jesus said, ‘The poor you will always have with you,” so there’s no use wasting taxpayer money on Medicaid or SNAP.”
“We’re all equal in God’s eyes. Why should some people get special treatment?”
“Stand for the flag. Kneel for the cross.”
You’ve probably heard statements like these—statements that use the Bible or Christianity to hurt vulnerable groups of people, or that conflate the identities of Nation and Church. The Bible has been weaponized by people in power for centuries. But over the past decade, we’ve seen a new resurgence in Christian Nationalism across our country.
If you want to learn how you can respond, register for the second module of our free Disarming the Bible class by August 15!
Not your typical Bible study
This is a Biblical Studies class that will help you identify and address the weaponization of scripture.
Participants in this online course will learn about the historic—and problematic—relationship between faith and Empire. They’ll leave equipped with better knowledge of the Bible. And when they encounter family, coworkers, or political pundits weaponizing scripture to marginalize vulnerable people, they’ll have a Biblical foundation for shutting down hate.
Want to revisit Disarming the Bible: Major Plot Points?
If you missed Module 1 or want to refresh your memory, you can find the playlist of videos on our YouTube Channel.
Module 1: Major Plot Points focused on knowledge of the Bible and its overarching story and themes, including care for the vulnerable, the relationship between faith and empire, and the ever-expanding, inclusive love of God.
