In this episode of Bad Words, Janice and Dr. Laura Anderson dive deep into the 1997 Christian romance novel 'Redeeming Love' by Francine Rivers. They recount the events leading up to Chapters 7-9, critique the problematic portrayal of women, and discuss the intersections of purity culture, consent, and power dynamics. Alongside humorous takes, the hosts tackle serious conversations about the book's impact on evangelical thought and women's autonomy. Join in as they uncover the unsettling themes hidden within this supposedly romantic tale.

00:00 Introduction to Redeeming Love

00:14 Recap of Previous Events

00:37 Angel's Struggles and Michael's Persistence

01:28 Meet the Hosts: Janice and Laura

02:02 Laura's Personal Connection to the Book

03:01 Revisiting Redeeming Love: A Critical Perspective

09:31 Angel's Recovery and New Life with Michael

10:47 Analyzing the Book's Themes and Writing

26:23 The Voice of God and Personal Autonomy

35:36 The Bondage of Salvation

37:38 Analyzing Michael Hosea

42:49 The Concept of Choice

51:38 Purity Culture and Historical Context

55:28 Critique of Francine Rivers' Writing

01:06:16 Final Thoughts and Recommendations