Let’s talk about control—and how it often hides behind charisma, poetry, and even holy-sounding words. This week’s readings are packed with drama: magical healing, apocalyptic visions, and a resurrection story that shames the one guy who asked for evidence. It might sound inspiring at first glance, but when you dig a little deeper, there’s something more troubling going on. Because when people are told not to question, not to think critically, and not to demand clarity... that’s not faith—it’s manipulation.
Welcome to ‘Mythologizing the Bible’—where we’ll be taking a look at three readings from the Christian Bible through the lens of “sacred myth.”
As we reflect on the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, we’ll set aside the supernatural claims and examine what these texts reveal about human nature, ethical leadership, and the power of plain language.
In this episode, we’re exploring why it’s so important for ethical movements to communicate clearly and honestly. We’ll look at how movements—religious or political—often gain traction by resonating emotionally, even when their messaging is confusing or vague. And we’ll talk about why real truth doesn’t fear hard questions.
So let’s pull back the curtain, reexamine these stories, and challenge the idea that “belief without evidence” is somehow virtuous. Because a better world won’t be built on silence and slogans—it’ll be built on clarity, compassion, and conversation.
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