Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Finding God in Acts
I just recieved my copy of Emergent Manifesto of Hope which is a book by many of the influential pastors and theologians in the emerging church movement. If you don't know what the emerging church movement is all about this book offers a nice introduction.
There is a chapter in the book by Samir Selmanovic in which he explores the important idea of finding God in the 'other.' This got me thinking. Where do we find God in Acts. Specifically, where do we find God in Paul's imprisonment and trials at the end of Acts? Paul actually sees God in his accusers, affirming their zealousness for God. Other's see God in the Roman rulers and their search for justice. While other's see God in Paul's selfless attitude in the face of false accusations and injustice.
Where do you see God in Acts?
There is a chapter in the book by Samir Selmanovic in which he explores the important idea of finding God in the 'other.' This got me thinking. Where do we find God in Acts. Specifically, where do we find God in Paul's imprisonment and trials at the end of Acts? Paul actually sees God in his accusers, affirming their zealousness for God. Other's see God in the Roman rulers and their search for justice. While other's see God in Paul's selfless attitude in the face of false accusations and injustice.
Where do you see God in Acts?
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