Who is the Bible For?
I recently received a publisher's catalog in the mail. This publisher produces resources for one of the most liberal denominations in the United States. As I browsed through the catalog, I couldn't help but notice a book in the ‘Biblical Studies’ section of the catalog. Here is its description:
Title: Take Back the Word: A Queer Reading of the Bible
Description: “... assembles insightful and edgy biblical scholars who critically challenge long-held assumptions that the Bible is not for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people.”
I agree with this description. I think we should join in and challenge this long-held assumption that the Bible is not for such people. The Bible is ‘for’ such people in exactly the same way it is ‘for’ heterosexuals. Jesus said, “I came not to call the righteous, but sinners” (Mark 2:17). Of course, I don?t think the editors of this book would be so pleased with my concession or offering of help.
A few pages before, I found another interesting book:
Title: The Spirituality of Wine
“Description: A sweeping look at the deep connection between wine and spirituality ...”
I wonder who this book is for?