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Christian Joy

  POSTED: August 13, 2020
  AUTHOR: Jim Spiegel
  TOPIC(S): Theology
 TAG(S): Christian • eschatology • Hope • joy • sorrow • virtue

In Galatians 5 we are told that joy is a fruit of the spirit, a virtue that is an important mark of the Christian life. We also know from such passages as 1 Cor 9:24-27 and 1 Tim 4:7-8 that … Continued

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Reflections on Ecclesiastes 1:18

  POSTED: April 6, 2012
  AUTHOR: Jim Spiegel
  TOPIC(S): Theology
 TAG(S): Ecclesiastes • grief • knowledge • sorrow • wisdom

In the book of Ecclesiastes we are told that “with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge the more grief” (1:18).  This is one of those passages that might seem counter-intuitive, especially to the young.  But if ever there … Continued

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