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Is God a Genocidal Maniac?

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  • Andrew Menkis

Why did God command the killing of people in 1 Samuel 15:3? Does God support genocide and violence?  This article explains how this is a reflection of the justice of God.

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A Frustrated Pastor Martin Luther in 1516 and the coming Reformation

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  • Campbell Markham

The justice of God was a concept that filled Martin Luther with fear. His efforts in trying to satisfy God’s standards brought him frustration. This article shows that to understand this we must know the context in which Luther lived.

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The Political Thought of the Book of Revelation

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  • Oliver O'Donovan

This article is an account of the political thought of the book of Revelation. It reflects on how the goodness of creation is questioned by the apparent meaninglessness of the historical events. Only if history can be shown to have a purpose can the praise of creation resume. The sacrificial death of the Messiah of God is the event that interprets all other events.

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Theological Reflections on Hell

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  • Jonathan Gibson

This article addresses theological issues that issue from the doctrine of hell, especially the doctrine of the justice of God.

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Justification and Justice: An Edwardsean Proposal

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  • Randall E. Otto

What is the relation of justification by faith to justice? Otto argues that it was for the purpose of establishing justice that Jesus] sacrificed himself. The [[work of Christ was and is focused on the justice of God. This has tremendous implications for the Christian life.

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Patristic Views on Hell (Part 2)

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  • Graham Keith

This article focuses on the understanding of Augustine of hell. In his approach to the doctrine, he was concerned with the right perspective on the justice of God. The article also indicates how Augustine responded to attempts to tone down the nature or duration of hell. Next, the article gives an evaluation of Augustine's position and the role the demonic played in his views of sin and punishment.

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God's Love and Justice

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  • Wilhelmus à Brakel

This article defines and correlates the justice of God and love of God.

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Cur Deus Homo

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  • R. C. Sproul

The author attempts to explain what is meant by the terms "propitiation" and "expiation" as far as they apply to the aspect of the need for the justice of God to be satisfied by a human being.

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Crime

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  • Piet Jongeling

This article gives a Christian perspective on crime and the reasons for crime. The author also discusses society and the justice of God.

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Romans 2:12 - Will Pagans Perish?

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  • Ronald C. Christie

In this article on Romans 2:12, the death of unbelievers and pagans are discussed. The impartiality or favouritism of God is also mentioned, as well as the standard for judgment in the justice of God.

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The Sermon on the Mount and Nuclear Weapons

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  • Jochem Douma

This article is on the topic of nuclear weapons, but also discusses things like personal revenge and the justice of God, the task of the government with regards to safety and justice, and government's use of force to ensure peace in times of unrest and war.

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Taking it easy is often the prelude to backsliding. Comfort precedes collapse. Vance Havner
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