A transforming body: A post-exilic reading of Psalms 50 and 51 in the light of social norms communicated through the Leviticus sacrificial system and body imagery by L. Sutton

“…The psalm, with its strong focus on offering, brings about the renewal of Israel before God. Psalm 50 focuses on the community, while in Psalm 51, the focus is on the individual. …”
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The mirage of a triune rainbow by E.M. Conradie

“… This contribution explores the state of the debate on the triune God in theological discourse in South Africa. It assesses the direction in which this debate is going in conversation with Prof. …”
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Preparing a homily as an important element of pastoral care by Henryk Sławiński

“…The homily, which the Second Vatican Council assigned a special role among various forms of preaching the Word of God, is an important task for those, who are entrusted with pastoral care. …”
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C.J.A. Vos, L.L. Hogan & J.H. Cilliers (Reds.), Preaching as a language of hope by Johan Janse van Rensburg

“…Die roeping van die kerk om die Woord van God aan ’n wêreld te verkondig wat in ’n skynbare proses van verval is, behoort hoop in ’n verwarde wêreld te bring. …”
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Roman victory propaganda – Revelation’s response: A historical and theological study by Łukasz Bergel

“…Thus, Revelation creates a powerful and vivid message to convince the reader that God is the supreme and only ruler of the world, and Christ triumphs over every power, even the invincible Roman Empire. …”
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"Christ transforming culture"? Nagedink oor die aard van die gereformeerde geloof by D. Smit

“…The essay demonstrates how this twofold emphasis, of affirmation and critical renewal at the same time, is rooted in the heart of the Reformed vision itself, which is described as “a way of being the Christian community in the world, before God”. Four aspects of this description are consecutively highlighted, namely “the Christian community” (the first section), “before God” (the second section), “a way of being” (the third section) and “in the world” (the fourth section). …”
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The truth about man and for man. Practical implications of John Paul II’s encyclical “Fides et ratio” by Ryszard Hajduk

“…The communication of truth should consider people’s needs to perceive it as a precious gift from God, not as a yoke. …”
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'n Pastoraal-narratiewe groepsontwikkelingsmodel vir vrywilligers van die Kankervereniging by J. Steyn, J-A. van den Berg

“…The first aim was to facilitate growth in understanding that every person was born in the “Narrative of God” (Ps. 139) and baptised in the name of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19). …”
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Common grace as theological encouragement for interreligious dialogue by T. Salurante, D. Kristanto, M. Wibowo

“…Common grace emphasises that God’s grace operates not only in a salvific way for the elect, but also in a general way for every individual. …”
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Forum: Thompson's modes of operation of ideology and depth hermeneutics as hermeneutical tools: ideology and the sermon on the Mount (Matthew 4:23-7:29) by E. K. Foshaugen

“…Reading the text in its particular social-historical setting this article will endeavour to disclose and draw attention to symbolic phenomena that serve and sustain relations  (domination being one aspect of this association) between God and his people who are the oppressed and persecuted. …”
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'n Narratiewe teologiese verkenning van negatiewe koronêre vatomleidingsoperasieuitkomste: 'n chirurgiese hermeneutiek by M. J. Swart, G. J. van Zyl, J. A. van den Berg

“…Bearing physiological barriers and lifestyles in mind, as well as God’s involvement, the patient and surgeon can in a new manner reflect on possible negative outcomes following operative procedures. …”
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Die verstaan en funksie van die Ou Testament in die kerk (of: kan die kerk klaarkom sonder die Ou Testament?) Deel II by S. D. Snyman

“…In part II it is argued that both the Old and the New Testament should rather be seen as the complete Word of God where both Testaments stand in need of one another. …”
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Die verstaan en funksie van die Ou Testament in die kerk (of: kan die kerk klaarkom sonder die Ou Testament?) Deel I by S. D. Snyman

“…In part II it is argued that both the Old and the New Testament should rather be seen as the complete Word of God where both Testaments stand in need of one another. …”
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Die invloed van emosies op gebeure in die Matteus-evangelie by D A Pauw

“…It is notable that human emotions become instrumental in the fulfilment of prophecies and in the execution of God's plan. Emotions play a determining role in decisions for or against Jesus, and it is emotions that cause people to witness, to worship and to praise the Lord. …”
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The Ethical Standards Prescribed in The Qur'an by Zamakhsyari bin Hasballah Thaib

“…The moral convictions that govern the sentiments of a Muslim revolve around fundamental principles such as tawhid (the unity of God), tawakkal (dependence on God), intention, and love.…”
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Forum: Attempting a dialectical reconciliation of the concept truth in the objectivism of evangelical Christianity and the relativism of postmodernism by E. K. Foshaugen

“…This article represents an endeavour to dialogically reunite the two perspectives by arguing for the seeking of the “truths” in both perspectives. God is Objective Truth and has become involved in history: in the existential; in the material setting of our relative and infallible thoughts and the slanted interpretative experiences of the Triune God and life. …”
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Front pages by R. Venter

“… Table of contents of Supplementum 34: CONSIDERING THE DOCTRINE OF GOD: FRAGMENTS ON TRINITY, DISCOURSES, AND TIME …”
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Reflections on the ecclesiastical interpretations of 6th April 1652 as a South African symbolic date by R. M. Britz

“…They could not assess it as an event caused by the determinant will of God. The article argues that this is the consequence of a (church) historical interpretation which is not accompanied by a theological-critical reflection and confessional  consideration in terms of the Church of Christ with the Word of God as norm. …”
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Lidmate se houding teenoor kerkvereniging in die NGK-familie: 'n kruiskulturele ondersoek na enkele veranderlikes by P. Jonch, A. le Roux, P. Verster

“… The unity of the church of Christ is a spiritual reality, which finds its origin in the triune God. Although unity is a spiritual reality given by God himself, a comprehensive, visible expression of this essential unity must be achieved. …”
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Ja, goed te deunen onze machtige (Psalm 147,1): De zoektocht naar een toonzetting van de Psalmen by A. de Keyzer

“…After a search spanning 50 years, a space opened in which God and man are able to meet. …”
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