spanking
Amazon algorithm recommends Bible-emblazoned spanking paddle
By Bob Smietana — October 25, 2021
(RNS) — Online retailing giant Amazon.com has run into problems in the past because of controversial religious products.
5 myths of ‘Biblical spanking.’ Taking the text literally would land you in jail.
By Jonathan Merritt — October 3, 2014
Pro-spanking Christians don’t actually read the Bible as literally as they think. If they did, they wouldn’t be defending their views on Twitter. They’d be complaining to the warden.
Are anti-spanking Christians feckless or faithful?
By Jonathan Merritt — September 25, 2014
One Christian critic argues that anti-spanking Christians are sacrificing the Bible on the altar of modern culture. But such arguments are rooted in tired tropes and unfair characterizations.
Why my Dad regrets spanking his children
By Jonathan Merritt — September 23, 2014
At more than 60 years old, pastor James Merritt says he regrets spanking his children even though he won't say the Bible categorically condemns it.
How influential are Michael and Debi Pearl? And how harmful?
By Jonathan Merritt — April 22, 2013
Pastors Michael and Debi Pearl have received some media attention for their teachings on marriage and parenting, but how influential and harmful are they really?
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