Join Janice (@godhasnotgiven), Melanie (@climbholamel) and Stephen (@stephengarton) as they delve into chapters 4 thru 6 of Francine Rivers’ questionable “romance” novel 'Redeeming Love.' Set in 1850s California, this episode covers Angel, an 18-year-old prostitute, and an odd marriage proposal from a farmer named Michael Hosea. Discussions also cover the book's problematic elements, including issues around consent, purity culture, and the unrealistic and non-progressive portrayal of characters. Despite the heavy and often outrageous content, the hosts provide detailed analysis and humorous commentary. 00:00 Introduction: Contrasting Lives 00:16 Setting the Scene: California 1850 00:32 Michael's Divine Encounter 01:18 Stephen's Reluctant Review 02:03 Discussing Francine Rivers' Works 06:05 Angel's Struggles and Michael's Persistence 08:32 The Wedding and Its Aftermath 09:46 Analyzing Character Dynamics 10:15 The Milk Controversy 15:55 Currency Confusion: Gold Dust and Dollars 38:15 Michael's Frustration and Angel's Defiance 47:08 The Value of Carrots and Milk 47:32 Plot Progression and Character Analysis 48:27 Predicting the Rescue 50:08 Michael's Journey and Angel's Fate 52:04 The Confrontation and Rescue 56:07 The Non-Consensual Wedding 01:00:16 Analyzing the Story's Themes 01:07:02 Critique of the Book's Audience and Message 01:21:16 Final Thoughts and Reflections