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Did God Assist the Israelites in the Violent Battle with the Amalekites? (podcast)
Greg keeps his hands in the air as he battles against Old Testament interpretations that portray God as violent.
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Category: ReKnew Podcast
Tags: Cross Vision, Crucifixion of the Warrior God, Cruciform Theology
Topics: Biblical Interpretation
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