Analyzes Old Testament warfare passages for a deeper understanding of biblical theology
Explores the distinction between command and consequence in scripture
Engages readers in thoughtful discussion about morality and faith
Suitable for both Christian and non-Christian perspectives
Provides practical guidance for pastors, students, and laypeople
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A common objection to belief in the God of the Bible is that a good, kind, and loving deity would never command the wholesale slaughter of nations. Even Christians have a hard time stomaching such a thought, and many avoid reading those difficult Old Testament passages that make us squeamish. Instead, we quickly jump to the enemy-loving,