The book wastes a great deal of ink claiming that the bible is simply not to be trusted or taken seriously. Old trailer version for the film for the bible tells me so, a provocative documentary that reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture. As he explores questions progressive evangelical readers of scripture commonly face yet fear voicing, enns reveals that they are the very questions that god wants us to consider. The film looks deep into the hearts of several familiesa few of them quite famousthat have struggled with making sense of having a homosexual son or daughter in. Informed by such respected voices as bishop desmond tutu, harvards peter gomes, orthodox rabbi steve greenberg and reverend jimmy creech, for the bible tells me so offers healing, clarity and understanding to anyone caught in the crosshairs of scripture and sexual identity. Zach perez dane sawyer critical thinking november 8, 2010 for the bible tells me so. Within each part are chapters, each chapter having been researched and originally written as an individual study. I should note here that this is my first experience with enns. How do i know, the bible tells me so the bible tells him dont worry bout tomorrow just be real good today the lord is right beside you hell guide you all the way have faith, hope and charity thats the way to live successfully how do i know, the bible tells me so the bible tells him so, have faith, hope and charity thats the way to live. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it san francisco. The thought of homosexuality is a rather daunting and scary topic within the church community, and this film took a long hard look at why we feel this way. Available for ios, android, blackberry, windows phone and more. The bible tells me so recounts one year of bible based teaching for 6 thgraders, featuring both bible sourced catechesis and the giveandtake between teacher and students. The bible tells me so by peter enns overdrive rakuten.
Is the chasm separating gays and lesbians and christianity too wide to cross. Middle east parental controls enabled you are now leaving kanopy kids. Satb choir, piano sheet music book by lloyd larson. Imagine that this film is shown to a group of teenagers,and that someone in the audience might be gay,and too afraid to tell their parents or a. It looks to me like he is measuring his ultimate authority the bible against the tests of practice, experience and logic that we discussed last week. So, i guess that would make him fall into our third category above a semirationalist.
For the bible tells me so by daniel karslake is a very powerful documentary about five very different, though highly religious families each raised in different denominations of the christian church, and how these families deal with the knowledge that one of their children is a homosexual. For the bible tells me so a documentary film by daniel karslake press notes film festivals. While it might not appear to be an argument, the first line jesus loves me is actually a conclusion based on the premise the bible tells me so specifically, john 3. This i know, as he loved so long ago, taking children on his knee, saying, let them come to me. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it new york. Little ones to him belong, they are weak but he is strong. A reflection on homosexuality in our society on the morning of july 2, 1990, julio rivera was walking to school in queens, new york when 3 men lured him into an alley where they beat and stabbed him, killing mr. With imogene robinson, victor robinson, gene robinson, isabella boo mcdaniel.
For the bible tells me so 2007 for the bible tells me. These are the questions at the heart of daniel karslakes for the bible tells me so. In seven days, youll discover the lifefilling power of your new bible. Yes, jesus loves me, yes, jesus loves me, yes, jesus loves me, the bible tells me so. Does god really condemn loving homosexual relationships. Imagine that this film is shown to a group of teenagers,and that someone in the audience might be gay,and too afraid to tell their parents or a close friend, and is contemplating taking their own life. The bible tells me so the bible tells me so audiobook, by peter enns. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it. All opinions regarding the unacceptability of homosexuality are presented in a caricature sound byte type of portrayal. This provocative documentary presents a humane argument for reconciling homosexuality and a literal interpretation of biblical scripture, by examining how. It is a powerful movie that opens for discussion the impact of religious teaching on homosexuals in america. Is the chasm separating homosexuals and christianity too wide to cross. The bible tells me so chronicles ennss spiritual odyssey, how he came to see beyond restrictive doctrine and learned to embrace gods word as it is actually written.
This video is not in reference to blatant sexual experimentation or the. Everything we need for salvation and living the christian life is contained in the bible. Publishers weeklypeter enns has written a great book about the book. The bible tells me so was a frustrating read for me.
Oct 07, 2014 if we come to the bible and read it this way, in true humility, rather than defending our version of it, we will find god as he wants to be found. Read gods word at anytime, anywhere using the youversion bible app. Is the chasm separating christianity from gays and lesbians too wide to cross. Negative for the bible tells me so a biased presentation of the case for homosexuality based on the fact that nowhere is an advocate for monogamous marriage and the biblical view of sexual activity ever interviewed. Jesus died upon the tree yes, he died for you and me. By loosely grouping the studies into general topics, a. For the bible tells me so is a documentary which looks at the ongoing battle of gays and lesbians to celebrate their faith without denying their sexual preferences. A colleague once attacked me in a meeting, then cut off my response by turning to our supervisor, thrusting his fist into the air, and declaring, im not interested in the past, i care about the future. An exploration of the intersection between religion and homosexuality in the u. Sheet music arranged for pianovocalguitar in g major transposable. Trained as an evangelical bible scholar, peter enns loved the scriptures and shared his devotion by teaching at westminster theological seminary.
Mendoza 2007 an examination of religion and homosexuality shows how some radical groups use their interpretation of the bible to stigmatize the gay community. It will empower you and participants to take these conversations to the. Our god is the great creator who intentionally, purposely, and carefully formed you and me to be just as we ought to be. As he explores questions progressive evangelical readers of scripture commonly face yet fear voicing, enns reveals that they are the very questions that god wants us to. Thanks very much to jim for sharing these verses with us. Have faith, hope and charity thats the way to live successfully how do i know, the bible tells me so do good to your enemies and the blessed lord youll surely please how do i know, the bible tells me so dont worry bout tomorrow just be real good today the lord is right beside you hell guide you all the way have faith, hope and. Winner of the audience award for best documentary at the seattle international film festival, dan karslakes provocative. Share scripture with friends, highlight and bookmark passages, and create a daily habit with bible plans. A study guide and advocacy training curriculum pdf. It features the lew douglas orchestra and backing vocals by the jack halloran choir. He will wash away my sin, let his little child come in. A timely and poignant examination of gays, their families and religion. On the third day he arose shout it out till the whole world knows.
Dec 31, 2017 autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Up until, say, 100 years ago, biblical literacy would have been practically mandatory. Freedom from bondage, what we believe what we are, physical and spiritual wholeness and the word in our minds. Instead of writing a screed, im going to highlight both positive and negative aspects. If you want to love reading the bible every day, start this sevenday bible plan with life. Lyrics to the bible tells me so by don cornell from the his very best album including song video, artist biography, translations and more.
Two people profiled in the film episcopal bishop gene robinson and brenda poteat, a. For the bible tells me so is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on and itunes store. This i know devotional reading plan youversion bible. Jesus loves me, this i know for the bible tells me so little ones to him belongs they are weak but he is strong yes, jesus loves me yes, jesus loves me yes. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it by dr. Preface the bible tells me so is organized into four parts. For the bible tells me so is a 2007 american documentary film directed by daniel g. Dale evans the bible tells me so sheet music in g major. Apr 21, 2008 this is whitneys powerful and soulful version of a great hymn. However, through hrc you can now purchase the dvd and an accompanying. Hes prepared a home for me, and some day his face i.
Jesus loves me, this i know, for the bible tells me so. Enns titles some of his books chapters jesus gets a big fat f in bible and jesus messes with the bible. Review in the bible tells me so, peter enns addresses the problems of scripture form the position of an evangelical christian who observes with candor and fresh humor that too often faithful readers approach the bible with expectations it is not set up to meet. In one move he managed to insult me, prevent me from responding, and portray. From his shining throne on high, comes to watch me where i lie. For this premise to be applicable requires accepting, a the bible is quite likely to lead to truth, and b there is no convincing reason for believing it doesn.
In seven days, youll discover the lifefilling power of your new bible reading habit. But believe it because of your own convictions, not because the bible tells me so. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly scripture encouragement to share with family and friends. For the bible tells me so is a compassionate and insightful documentary about the contemporary face of an old conflict between christian fundamentalists and gay and lesbian people.
Don cornell the bible tells me so lyrics genius lyrics. Up next atheists watch for the bible tells me so duration. Its central premise is so promising and necessary that i couldnt be more disappointed in how that premise gets treated here. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Oct 19, 2007 a new documentary film, for the bible tells me so, explores how faith shapes opinions about homosexuality. This beautifully illustrated book uses a delightful and meaningful poem to help young boys know assuredly that when god formed them to be the precious little boys they are, he did so in a wise and perfect way. Karslake about homosexuality and its perceived conflict with christianity. Why defending scripture has made us unable to read it enns, peter on. For the bible tells me so can the love between two people ever be an abomination. Opening with a simple childs solo that may be sung by female j.
Normally, the cost to show videos in public settings including congregations is quite high. For the bible tells me so 2007 for the bible tells me so. The bible tells me so is organized into four parts. The bible tells me so by lloyd larson octavo sheet music. Created to accompany the film for the bible tells me so, this user friendly guide will enable anyone to facilitate a moving conversation about the bible, the church and lgbt people. Evans the bible tells me so sheet music for voice, piano. Print and download the bible tells me so sheet music by dale evans. For the bible tells me so 2007 stream and watch online. Gene robinson, who became the first officially ordained anglican bishop. Filmmaker daniel karslake lobs a grenade into the culture wars with his heartfelt, provocative and unabashedly polemical for the bible tells me so, which examines the intersection of.
Score after score of pages followed, all blank, presumably to be filled in by others. After watching for the bible tells me so,i realized that this film could have a huge impact on viewers. Jesus loves me, this i know for the bible tells me so little ones to him belongs they are weak but he is strong yes, jesus loves me yes, jesus loves me yes, jesus loves me the bible tells me so jesus loves me, he who died heavens gate to open wide he will wash away my sin let his little child come in yes, jesus loves me yes, jesus loves me yes. The film includes interviews with a number of conservative christian families as well as v. Oct 05, 2007 i attended the premiere of the movie, for the bible tells me so, at sundance on january 21, 2007. Check out our free bible videos on biblical books and biblical themes throughout the bible. A new book capitalizing on the familiar song the bible tells me so. Sundance film festival 2007 full frame documentary film festival 2007. This powerful documentary brilliantly reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture, revealing. Download and print the bible tells me so sheet music for voice, piano or guitar by dale evans.
The bible tells me so is a 1955 gospel pop hit written by dale evans. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about html5. If you use the bible as your justification for believing that homosexuality is a sin, then you must also accept the rest of the bible s so called condemnation of many other things that we as a society currently accept as normal. Repeat refrain jesus loves me still today, walking with me on my way, wanting as a friend to give light and love to all who live. Positive the documentary for the bible tells me so provided a beautiful representation for what us as a church community should strive to be.
The text is edited from recordings of the classes, plus my lesson plans and accumulated class notes. Don cornell the bible tells me so lyrics lyricsfreak. Karslake about homosexuality and its perceived conflict with christianity, as well as various interpretations of what the bible says about samesex sexuality it includes lengthy interview segments with several sets of religious parents including former house majority leader dick gephardt and his wife, jane. Can the love between two people ever be an abomination. Are parts of this score outside of your desired range. Peter ennsis a collection of compromises, written for the layman. Is the chasm separating christianity from gays and. A new documentary film, for the bible tells me so, explores how faith shapes opinions about homosexuality. With no likely owner in sight, and having a moment to spare, i sat myself down, and read. Karslake about homosexuality and its perceived conflict with christianity, as well as various interpretations of what the bible says about samesex sexuality. But the further he studied the bible, the more he found himself confronted by questions that could neither be answered within the rigid framework of his.