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Gift and Giver: The Holy Spirit for Today

This book delves into the significance of the Holy Spirit in modern religious contexts, examining its presence and influence in daily life and spiritual practices. more

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Craig S. Keener
Craig S. Keener

Craig S. Keener is an American author born in 1960. His works span various fields including biblical studies and theology, and he is renowned for his extensive academic contributions and in-depth research. more

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“The image of keys (plural) perhaps suggests not so much the porter, who controls admission to the house, as the steward, who regulates its administration (Is 22:22, in conjunction with 22:15). The issue then is not that of admission to the church (which is not what the kingdom of heaven means; see pp. 45-47) but an authority derived from a delegation of God's sovereignty.”

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“We in the West have arranged our institutions to prevent the concentration of political power. … But we have failed utterly to prevent the concentration of economic power, or take account of how such concentration damages the conditions under which full human flourishing becomes possible (it is never guaranteed).”

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