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“Salvation is not some felicitous state to which we can lift ourselves by our own bootstraps after the contemplation of sufficiently good examples. It is an utterly new creation into which we are brought by our death in Jesus' death and our resurrection in his. It comes not out of our own best efforts, however well-inspired or successfully pursued, but out of the shipwreck of all human efforts whatsoever.”

Quote by Robert Farrar Capon

Work

Kingdom, Grace, Judgment: Paradox, Outrage, and Vindication in the Parables of Jesus

The text delves into the profound teachings of Jesus through his parables, analyzing their paradoxical nature, the outrage they may have caused, and the vindication they offer. It is a scholarly examination of these stories, aiming to provide insight into their original context and enduring relevance. more

Author

Robert Farrar Capon
Robert Farrar Capon

Robert Farrar Capon was an American author known for his religious and literary criticism. His works are renowned for their profound insights and unique style, having a significant impact on contemporary literature and religious thought. more

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