Tag: God

Looking for a Sign from God

At the start of the new year I thought it would be nice to ask God for a sign, a prophetic word or a vision for the year ahead. I thought it showed respect and appreciation for God’s input. “What am I to do to further Your kingdom?” I prayed. I fasted for several hours. …

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The Atonement, Violence and God.

  Attached is an essay that discusses the problem of redemptive violence and proposes a way of looking at the atonement in a way that avoids the implication that the violence of the cross makes God appear vindictive. My reflection on this issue is ongoing and the current version is dated 17/4/15. I welcome any …

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