Gospel of Lies
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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.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781964487557
- Binding
- Paperback
- Authors
- Promise Backlund
- Publisher
- Media Lab Books
- Published Date
- May 26, 2026
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 208
- Physical Info
- 0.6 in H x 8.4 in L x 5.4 in W (0.75 lb)

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