Haunts of Violence in the ChurchA critique of the "just war" doctrine first espoused by Saint Augustine and a recounting of the history of violence in the Christian Church. The author argues that war and violence are both perversions of the true teachings of Jesus Christ. |
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Inhalt
How and Where Peace Is Found | 1 |
When and How The Church Turned to Violence | 41 |
The Bogus Just War Theology Of Mainline Churches | 59 |
Understanding Violence in The Old Testament | 97 |
The Misuse of the New Testament To Justify War | 125 |
The Peace Church That Continues to Live in Christ | 157 |
Repent Believe the Gospel and Be Jesus Peace Church | 221 |
Rethinking Schools For Our Children | 259 |
About the Author | 277 |
Endnotes | 299 |
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