Sodom's Intercessor:: A Tale of Judgment, Mercy, and Intercession
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Rating | : | 4.73 (615 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1521794405 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 45 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-07-19 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
4.) God does not desire to destroy mankind. In the pages of this book, these theological truths are expounded. Abraham, the patriarch, may rightly be called Sodom's intercessor. 5.) Intercessory prayer is powerful. In the preceding chapter of Genesis, we are introduced to facts that should change the way in which we understand the narrative of the destruction of Sodom. 3.) God is patient. This exchange between Abraham and God puts on display several powerful theological truths, including: 1.) God is a God of mercy. After reading "Sodom's Intercessor", you will be challenged to view the story of Sodom in a different light.. 2.) God must judge sin. Sodom, an ancient biblical city, was a wicked city that was ultimately destroyed. The story of Sodom in Genesis 19 is often viewed as a tale of the wrath and impatience of God upon a wicked people. When confronted with the impending doom of Sodom, Abraham's first response was to intercede for the city. However, there is far more to this story than an angry God and a wicked city