Julie Remington - Rethinking Our Biblical Understanding

How much of the Bible story in your head comes from Scripture, and how much from tradition, art and assumption? Former missionary Julie Remington found that living in another culture changed the way she reads the Bible. In this episode, she talks with Rodney about why translation is always interpretation, how a single Greek word may change our picture of the first Christmas, and what the story of the prodigal son looks like through the lens of honour and shame.

Julie also shares the journey behind her picture book, The Forgotten Nativity, which was built on what she calls honest imagination. She talks about praying through the writing process, working with a scholar on historical accuracy, and teaching her daughter that it’s okay to say “I don’t know, let’s look it up.” You’ll also hear about her plans for a part two and a family advent guide.

The Forgotten Nativity
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