Conversations in a Crisis: Part IX: The Experts and the Rulers (with Rev Benjamin Miller)
Alastair RobertsConversations in a Crisis: Part IX: The Experts and the Rulers (with Rev Benjamin Miller)
May 6, 2022
Alastair Roberts
Faced with our challenge of remaining faithful within and addressing our various contemporary societal crises with wisdom, Christians and churches are fracturing over our differing approaches and postures. My friend Ben Miller suggested that we have a series of conversations, to help us to pursue greater clarity on the principles, virtues, duties, and practices that can equip Christians to meet such difficult times with prudence, insight, and courage.
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