Jude 3 Project Special Feature: Is The Bible The Problem? Special Guest - Dr. Charlie Dates
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Feb 3, 2026 
Dr. Charlie Dates, senior pastor in Chicago and seasoned preacher-theologian, offers a clear, no-fluff defense of Scripture. He tackles claims that the Bible fuels racism or patriarchy. He explains how law codes manage brokenness, the Bible’s redemptive thread to Christ, and why careful, communal interpretation matters.
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Misreading, Not The Bible, Creates Harm
- The Bible is accused of causing problems like racism and patriarchy, but the real issue is how people interpret and apply Scripture.
- Dr. Charlie Dates argues that misreading Scripture, not Scripture itself, creates social harms.
Garrett A. Morgan And The Traffic Signal
- Charlie Dates tells the story of Garrett A. Morgan inventing the traffic signal to illustrate the value of shared authority.
- The example shows why some level of authority is necessary for safety and order.
Scripture's Central Aim: Order From Chaos
- Dr. Charlie Dates says the Bible's primary aim is to bring order to the chaos caused by sin.
- This framework explains why Scripture contains laws and practices that manage brokenness rather than restore Eden perfectly.