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Book SynopsisThis volume contains two closely related studies: Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints. The term Shema is derived from the initial word to hear in the Old Testament: Hear O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one (Deut. 6:4). Hence, God is deserving of ardent adoration and unqualified commitment. Morris A. Inch discusses God as Spirit, Light, and Love and also touches on divine holiness, grace, and compassion. The second study picks up with Jesus' allusion to God as our Father (Matt. 6:9). While this reference is primarily related to his authority, Jesus pointedly ties in his benevolent character. In this regard, he exclaims: If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father give good gifts to those who ask him! (Matt. 7:11). This quotation invites us to reflect on such associated themes as God's faithfulness, generosity, resolve, forgiveness, and creativity. Echoes of the Shema and Our Father's Footprints will
Table of ContentsAcknowledgment Echoes of the Shema—Part I Preface Due Reverence God As Spirit God As Light God As Love The Holy One The King of Glory Sufficing Grace Mightier Than Unfailing Compassion Carrots and Clubs From Everlasting to Everlasting Our Father Our Father's Footprints—Part II Preface The Paper Trail Divine Authority God's Faithfulness God's Generosity Divine Commentary God's Resolve Divine Forgiveness Divine Creativity God's Consolation Divine Commendation Divine Caution God's Patience Divine Amenability Divine Righteousness God Is Love Consequently Endnotes Part I Part II Bibliography Index
