Expeditiously or Erroneously? A Response to T.I. and Charlamagne tha god

A discussion between Pastor Jerome Gay and fellow apologist, Damon Richardson, as they respond to claims made by T.I. and Charlamagne tha God on their podcast, “Expeditiously.” [01:29] The speakers aim to equip their audience with responses to erroneous views on Christianity.

Main Points Addressed:

• Slavery in the Bible: The speakers counter the idea that the Bible supports slavery, clarifying that biblical “slavery” often referred to indentured servitude, which differs from chattel slavery. [09:14] They emphasize that God never condones the dehumanization of people and cite scriptures that oppose the selling of individuals. [09:27]
• Inconsistencies in the Bible: The discussion refutes claims about the Bible being contradictory or rewritten, highlighting the vast number of ancient manuscripts and historical evidence that attest to its consistency and authenticity. [23:03] They challenge the “zeitgeist” myth, which falsely suggests that Christianity borrowed from pagan mythologies. [25:57]
• The Deity of Christ: The speakers defend the biblical truth of Jesus’s divinity, presenting scriptural evidence that declares Jesus as God. [39:19] They explain the concept of the Trinity, clarifying that God is one being in three persons. [47:20]
• Translation vs. Interpretation: The video distinguishes between biblical translation and interpretation, explaining that translations make the Bible accessible in different languages without altering its original message. [59:24] They stress the importance of proper biblical interpretation to bridge the historical and cultural gaps between ancient texts and modern readers. [01:04:52]
• Forgiveness: The discussion addresses the concept of forgiveness, particularly in the context of racial injustice. They argue that true biblical forgiveness involves acknowledging wrongdoing and that rushing to forgive without confession undermines justice. [01:15:52] They also touch on the issue of whitewashing in Christian imagery and its negative impact on how people of color view Christianity. [01:11:13]

Referenced Bible Verses & Books:

Bible Verses:

• 1 Peter 3:15 [03:33]
• Jude 3 [04:04]
• Ephesians 6:5 [11:49]
• Exodus 21:16 [09:41], [01:18:57]
• 1 Corinthians 7 [01:15:02]
• 1 Timothy 1:8-10 [01:18:11]
• John 4:20-21 [01:19:12]
• John 1:1 [01:40:15]
• John 1:14 [01:40:22]
• John 8:58 [01:41:17]
• Exodus 3:14 [01:41:25]
• Colossians 1:15 [01:41:32]
• John 4 [01:41:49]
• Genesis 1:26-27 [01:42:06]
• Titus 2:13 [01:42:20]
• John 10 [01:50:52]
• Philippians 2 [01:51:07]
• 1 John 1:9 [01:15:34]
• Psalm 53 [01:17:30]
• Colossians 3:13 [01:22:31]

Books:

• Grace and Redemption in the Story of Ruth by Jerome Gay Jr. [01:27:36]
• Vultures by Eric Mason [01:27:51]
• A Multitude of All Peoples by Vince Bantu [01:27:51]
• Through the Eyes of Color by Lisa Fields [01:27:56]