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Did the Crucifixion Allow God to Atone for His OWN Sins? (podcast)
Greg considers God’s nature and if he could sin. Dan confesses an old gambling habit.
Episode 477
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Category: ReKnew Podcast
Tags: Atonement, OT Violence, Sin, Violence
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