Peter Enns on Cosmic Conflict in Genesis and Exodus
It’s a great article on the Biologos Foundation’s Science and the Sacred blog.
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John Cassian on Bible Reading
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Psalm 119:135 – Shine
ByhenryWe need to know God’s rules both so we know what God calls us to do, but also so we know when human rules are masquerading as divine commands.
Series on Reading the Text(s) of Scripture
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Bible Study and Sharing
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Confronting Critical Issues in Church
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