101: Liz Charlotte Grant: Let the Scriptures Breathe


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Jan 15 2025 66 mins  

Take Aways

  • Liz became a birth doula after her own experiences with childbirth.
  • The process of becoming a mother can be isolating and taboo.
  • Doulas provide emotional and psychological support during childbirth.
  • Birth is a transformative experience for families, not just individuals.
  • Liz's work as a doula involved helping families navigate their expectations and fears.
  • Women in leadership roles often face unique challenges in church settings.
  • Liz's faith journey involved significant personal and familial dynamics.
  • Therapy played a crucial role in Liz's faith deconstruction.
  • The Bible's interpretation can vary greatly depending on cultural context.
  • Liz's book explores seeking God in Genesis after losing faith in the Bible. Reading Genesis requires a surrender to the story.
  • Ancient texts reflect a deep commitment to preservation.
  • Understanding characters in Genesis offers rich insights.
  • Hagar's story represents themes of liberation and survival.
  • Diverse perspectives enhance our understanding of scripture.
  • The craft of writing ancient texts is complex and laborious.
  • Historical context is important but not the sole focus.
  • The Bible is a collection of voices from marginalized communities.
  • Letting the scriptures breathe allows for deeper engagement.
  • Exploring midrash can reveal hidden meanings in the text.

Links:

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Amazon Book: https://tinyurl.com/556zwv4a

Web: https://lizcharlotte.com/

Substack: https://tinyurl.com/97n95fzs

Elizabeth Elliot Article: https://tinyurl.com/yej3dwe7

Avivah Zornberg Resource: https://www.avivahzornberg.com/books.html


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