Tag Archives: Miroslav Volf

Options to Endure Suffering

Posted on May 7, 2012 by PaulVK

and what is needed to sustain a liberal democracy. This follows the transcript of the video done by Nick Wolterstorff and Miroslav Volf. I thought the whole interview was terrific, but the part that really caught my imagination was the … Continue reading →

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Wolterstorff and Volf on Religious Persons in Liberal Democracy

Posted on May 5, 2012 by PaulVK

Current Dominant Position: Public Policy should be based on “secular morality” or “public reasons” on important matters John Rawls’ “Political Liberalism” position: One of the core principles of the liberal democracy is that all persons are to treat each others … Continue reading →

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The fool says in his heart "there is no God" and even Peter's got his doubts

Posted on August 12, 2009 by PaulVK

Peter’s question in Luke 12:41 is interesting. What motivated him to ask it? He was clearly referring to the parable that comes right before this verse. This is a parable about the coming of the Son of Man who is … Continue reading →

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Miroslav Volf on God's violence or ours

Posted on August 12, 2009 by PaulVK

One could object that it is not worthy of God to wield the sword. Is God not love, long-suffering and all-powerful love? A counter-question could go something like this: Is it not a bit too arrogant to presume that our … Continue reading →

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