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    Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints
    Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints
    Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints
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    Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints

    By Morris A. Inch

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    This volume contains two closely related studies: Echoes of the Shema and Our Father’s Footprints. The term Shema is derived from the initial word to hear in the Old Testament: “Hear O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one” (Deut. 6:4). Hence, God is deserving of ardent adoration and unqualified commitment. Morris A. Inch discusses God as Spirit, Light, and Love and also touches on divine holiness, grace, and compassion.

    The second study picks up with Jesus’ allusion to God as our Father (Matt. 6:9). While this reference is primarily related to his authority, Jesus pointedly ties in his benevolent character. In this regard, he exclaims: “If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father give good gifts to those who ask him!” (Matt. 7:11). This quotation invites us to reflect on such associated themes as God’s faithfulness, generosity, resolve, forgiveness, and creativity. Echoes of the Shema and Our Father’s Footprints will be a useful text for those interested in exploring the inviting realm of biblical theology.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRowmanLittlefield
    Release dateJun 15, 2012
    ISBN9780761859451
    Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints
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    Morris A. Inch

    Morris A. Inch is Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies at Wheaton College and former President of the Institute of Holy Land Studies (now Jerusalem University College), Jerusalem, Israel. Among his many books are Pain as a Means of Grace and The Enigma of Justice (Wipf & Stock).

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