It’s more nuanced than that for me. I view the Bible as a text to be wrestled with. It’s never worked as a rule book, especially to hold over others who don’t start from the same assumptions. Again, I come back to fruit. How does my reading of scripture express itself in how I treat myself and those around me? If it leads to more life and peace, perfect. If it leads to disconnection and violence (physical or verbal), no good.
You’re free to interpret scripture as you see fit. In fact, I believe you owe it to yourself. I hope however you interpret it leads to more peace and joy in your life.
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Exactly. It’s “for you” because you are your own god. It’s never worked “for you” as a rule book. And if your reading leads to better things “for you” then you deem your way correct.
I am not free to read it as I see fit, but according to the intent of the author. Just as you are not free to read this message from me and insert your own interpretation which may differ from my intent lol