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Gospel of Lies

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  • Product Details

    Author:
    Promise Backlund, Matt Dillahunty
    Format:
    Paperback
    Pages:
    208
    Publisher:
    Media Lab Books (May 26, 2026)
    Imprint:
    Media Lab Books
    Language:
    English
    Audience:
    General/trade
    ISBN-13:
    9781964487557
    ISBN-10:
    1964487552
    Weight:
    12.16oz
    Dimensions:
    5.45" x 8.45" x 0.65"
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    Macmillan Trade-Macmillan_Print_US_Trade_20260528220458-20260528.xml
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    Macmillan Trade
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    65
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  • Overview

    The Definitive Guide to Defending Yourself Against Evangelical Rhetoric

    A profound cultural and psychological shift is tearing through families and friendships. In a climate where evangelicalism and political extremism frequently intersect, the friction between belief and non-belief has reached a boiling point. For many, religious tradition feels like a barrier to personal freedom; for others, the influence of religion in culture and politics feels like a direct threat to fundamental human rights.

    How does one navigate this high-stakes, inflammatory landscape?
    Gospel of Lies offers a direct, evidence-based framework for responding to the full spectrum of religious apologetics, including:

    - The Teleological Argument: Effectively counter the "Design" argument (e.g., "How can you not believe in God when you see the beauty of the world?").

    - Fear-Based Persuasion: Learn the psychological tools to dismantle threats of eternal damnation and "hellfire" rhetoric.

    - The Burden of Proof: Flip the script on evangelical debates by grounding your responses in logic and skepticism.

    Beyond the debate stage, Gospel of Lies offers a compassionate deep-dive into Religious Trauma Syndrome (RTS). It addresses the lingering anxiety, guilt, and "afterlife fear" that persist long after indoctrination ends. Inside eight incisive chapters, you'll discover:

    - Deconstruction Strategies: Practical steps to untangle your personal identity from early childhood indoctrination and understand the specific doctrines and practices that foster lingering anxiety.

    - Conflict Resolution: Practical scripts for navigating challenging family conversations and setting boundaries without sacrificing your truth.

    - Personal Sovereignty: Use the author’s lived experience and real-world insights to validate your own pursuit of truth over blind faith.

    Stop defending your right to doubt. Start empowering your voice. Whether you are a former believer or a lifelong skeptic, Gospel of Lies provides the intellectual armor needed to navigate a hyper-polarized world with confidence.