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Podcast: Can We Still Take Comfort in the Old Testament?
Greg considers the Old Testament revelations that are consistent with Christ crucified.
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Category: ReKnew Podcast
Tags: Crucifixion of the Warrior God, Cruciform Theology, Old Testament
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