Sermon Illustrations on Manipulation
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Genesis 30:25-43 - Mainline Protestant Perspective
In the Mainline Protestant tradition, Genesis 30:25-43 can be interpreted as a narrative highlighting God's providence in the midst of human conflict and labor. The passage demonstrates how God's blessings manifest in the lives of those who navigate complex social and economic relationships in pursuit of justice and equity.
Navigating workplace dynamics with integrity and justiceRecognizing God's presence in our struggles for fairnessUnderstanding the implications of our decisions on others
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Dune: The Chosen One and the Danger of Messianic Expectation (Matthew 16:13-20)
In Denis Villeneuve's Dune, Paul Atreides resists being called the Lisan al-Gaib—the prophesied messiah. He sees how messianic expectations are manufactured and manipulated for political ends. When Je
messiahprophecyidentityMatthew 16:13-20