Which King of the Jews Do You Prefer? Christmas Message, 2021

December 25, 2021 00:06:30
Which King of the Jews Do You Prefer? Christmas Message, 2021
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Which King of the Jews Do You Prefer? Christmas Message, 2021

Dec 25 2021 | 00:06:30

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Show Notes

Over the years I’ve said a lot about the New Testament, usually showing its manifold and various problems. But at most that’s half the story, and probably a lot less. There is something far more important: once you realize there are problems with a literal or historical reading, there is still the STORY. And the story can be quite powerful. Like all good stories, those of the New Testament can and should make us think and reflect. These are, at any rate, some of the most famous, influential, and life-changing stories in the world, not necessarily because they are historical (some are, some aren’t) but because they have a message to convey. Read by Petra Ortiz

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