Infanticide. Holy war. Divine wrath. Violence in the Old Testament has long been a stumbling block for Christians and skeptics alike. Yet conventional efforts to understand this aspect of Scripture-whether by downplaying it as allegory or a relic of primitive cultures, or by dismissing the authority of Scripture altogether-tend to raise more questions than they answer. God Is a Man of War offers a fresh interpretation of Old Testament accounts of violence by exploring them through the twofold lens of Orthodox tradition and historical context. Instead of avoiding or invalidating problem passages out of discomfort, Fr. Stephen De Young inquires into what they reveal about the nature of Christ and His creation. In doing so, this book bears witness to a world filled not only with pain and suffering-often of human making-but also with the love of God, poured out through the endless centuries and generations of human strife that preceded and necessitated the Incarnation of Christ.
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Maße
Höhe: 216 mm
Breite: 140 mm
Dicke: 10 mm
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978-1-955890-04-5 (9781955890045)
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Marjorie Weber Fortney grew up in Manitoba, Canada, immersed in farm life and outdoor adventures. During her 38-year career in Christian education, she served as a teacher, principal, and education director and was recognized with several teaching and leadership awards. Marjorie earned a B.Ed. from Union College and an MA in leadership and administration from La Sierra University. Now retired, Marjorie enjoys writing, playing piano, and gardening. She also cherishes time spent with family: her husband, Mike; their son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Hollie; and granddaughters, Makayla and Brielle. She says, "I look forward to sitting at the feet of the Master Teacher. There is so much more to learn."
