Separation of Church and Hate

A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds

De: John Fugelsang

Narrado por: John Fugelsang

In the spirit of George Carlin and Christopher Hitchens, the son of a former Catholic nun and a Franciscan brother delivers a deeply irreverent and biblically correct takedown of far-right Christian hatred—a book for believers, atheists, agnostics, and anyone who’ll ever have to deal with a Christian nationalist.

For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist independently. But Christianity has been hijacked by far-right groups and politicians who seek to impose their narrow views on government, often to justify oppressive and unequal policies. The extremists who weaponize the Bible for earthly power aren’t actually on the side of Jesus—and historically they never have been. How do we fight back against those acting—literally—in bad faith?

Comedian and broadcaster John Fugelsang finally offers the answers. In this informative, perspective-shifting book, Fugelsang takes listeners through common fundamentalist arguments on abor­tion, immigration, LGBTQ rights, and more—exposing their hypocrisy and inaccuracy through scripture, common sense, and deeply inappropriate humor. It offers practical tips on how to debate your loved one, coworker, or neighbor on the issues that divide us using that Bible they claim to follow.

But Fugelsang’s message is about more than just taking down hypocrites. It’s about fighting for the love, mercy, and service that are supposed to make up the heart of Christianity. Told with Fugelsang’s trademark blend of radical honesty, comedy, and deep political and religious knowledge, Separation of Church and Hate is the book every American needs today. It’s a rallying cry for compassion and clarity for anyone of any faith who’s sick of religion being used as a cloaking device for hate.

©2025 John Fugelsang (P)2025 Simon & Schuster Audio

Logical & Loving

Once I started this book, I couldn’t put it down. One can only hope this indicates that the tide is shifting. With humor, thoughtfulness, erudition and personal antidotes, the author reminds us of the true intention of Christ’s teachings- LOVE. Many thanks.

Authentic speech

Honest discussion about the current political and religious time. Brings out thought provoking talk about how we need sincere individuals in leadership

Brilliant and essential for all to read / listen

Bible is one of the most dangerous books ever cobbled together - needs to removed from every hotel room LOL

finally someone gets Hesus

Jesus gave 2 commands 1. Love God 2. Love one another. Those 2 commandments supersedes everything else.

NOT SEEKING TO CONVERT

I liked that the author wasn't proselytizing. Good points were made and it was very interesting.

the way it's read

I love the book and the way the Author read it. it kepted me entertained while educational. this is how an audio book should be read.

A Very Satisfying Read!

John Fugelsang’s book “Separation of Church and State” is excellent. His division of the chapters was perfectly alligned with the teachings of Christ. His biographic writing made his analysis so compelling and engaging. The beauty of bringing his parents and family into the story were touching and relatable. I am a believer but have found the current far right political climate has pushed me further away and skeptical of the “Church’s” teachings. John in his inimitable and humorous way has given me new hope and insights into today’s negative, divisive and restrictive environment. Thank you John for writing this book!

Thank you kindly for this book.

The author explains with humour articulate and passionate kindly history, of learning what Jesus really said and did. This helped me understand what my Dad, co worker's and nation believes and the meanness we experience on a daily basis. As a health care worker many of us care for our patients no matter how badly they treat us back and then invite us to their church. This book has been helpful with all the crazy gaslighting!

Great, Great, Great read!

The author/reader is very knowledgeable about scripture, and so good at explaining where the Bible quotes used by the Right come from, but in context explaining the true meaning. And the true meaning turns what the maga people have been conned into believing completely around. Wonderful book! I'm listening for the second time in two days!

Wow!!!

I'm so glad I read this. I wish I could download this book into the brains of the people around me. I've been inspired to learn more about Christianity.

The presentation was relatable, irreverent and perfect. If I could read a whole deconstruction of the Bible by this man, I'd pick it up immediately!