Plain Words about Biblical Images

Plain Words about Biblical Images
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Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages : 249
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ISBN-10 : 9781592441426
ISBN-13 : 1592441424
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Book Synopsis Plain Words about Biblical Images by : Margaret N. Ralph

Download or read book Plain Words about Biblical Images written by Margaret N. Ralph and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2003-01-27 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ÒDid Jesus just misunderstand when he prayed that the kingdom was close at hand?Ó ÒWhy would God make the price of redemption the sacrifice of his own Son?Ó ÒIf Adam and Eve are not historical people does that mean that original sin does not exist?Ó ÒWhy didn't God keep his promise to David, that his line and his kingdom would be secure forever?Ó A single mistake lies behind each of these questions: an image had been understood as a fact. Through the examination of central biblical images, namely, Òcovenant,Ó Òmessiah,Ó Òkingdom,Ó Òoriginal sin,Ó and Òredemption,Ó 'Plain Words About Biblical Images' explores the role that images play in our thinking as we seek to understand spiritual realities. In the course of this study we discover that we must be willing to reinterpret our images if we want to grow into adult faith. 'Plain Words About Biblical Images' is one of the most readable books you will ever discover. Its insightfulness will help you to grow in your understanding of scripture and your ability to deal with contemporary faith issues.


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