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“It takes a greater God to steer a world populated with free agents than it does to steer a world of preprogrammed automatons.”

Quote by Gregory A. Boyd

Book:God of the Possible: A Biblical Introduction to the Open View of God

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God of the Possible: A Biblical Introduction to the Open View of God

This book serves as an introduction to the Open View of God, a theological perspective that emphasizes God's openness to the future and the role of human freedom. It examines scriptural interpretations and their relevance to understanding the nature of God and divine-human relationships. more

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Gregory A. Boyd

Gregory A. Boyd, born on June 2, 1957, is a pastor whose theological views have had a profound impact on the Christian community. more

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