Fritz a wonderful lesson – and esp. reading has a flow I found encompassing. If only …….. yes we can…
Weekly lessons in theology and public life • Since 2011
Tag: Nonviolence in Jesus’ Gospel
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Lesson 8: Violent Language
Read MORE: Lesson 8: Violent LanguageIf faith assumes the transforming power of love, then the question becomes, “Where do we begin to overcome violence?” It’s not hard to know how Jesus answers. He always advises beginning with yourself. It’s also probably safe to think he…
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Lesson 4: Violence in Christian History
Read MORE: Lesson 4: Violence in Christian HistoryIf you believe, as I do, that Jesus defined the Christian lifestyle as nonviolent love, you have to contend with all the times his followers acted violently in the name of love. That involves asking when, if ever, a historical…
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Lesson 3: Nonviolence in Jesus’ Gospel
Read MORE: Lesson 3: Nonviolence in Jesus’ GospelMany of us are offended when modern-day apostles picture Jesus holding a gun or wearing a military uniform. Admittedly, Jesus comes across as extremely forceful when he cleanses the temple and speaks harshly defending himself or warning about an impending…
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So forgiveness pre-requires understanding the mistakes of the past? here hear re this opposing this me-first, America-first, white-first, male-first approach>…
An extremely timely topic. Thanks, Fritz!