![]() ![]() In fact, the way some Old Testament authors refer to the sacrifice as producing “a pleasing aroma to God” reflects the cultural indebtedness of this practice, for we find this same phrase used by other people long before the Israelites. In any case, in light of the almost universal religious practice of sacrificing animals, it seems reasonable to assume that the Israelites had been sacrificing animals a long time before Yahweh ever began to instruct them. I suspect this reflects the fallen human sense that we are estranged from God and that he’s angry about it, so we instinctively want to do something to rectify this. Interestingly enough, there’s no suggestion in Genesis 4 that God asked Cain and/or Able to sacrifice anything. In fact, this has been a staple of human religion around the world from the start, as Genesis 4 (with Cain and Able’s sacrifice) illustrates. The first thing I’d say about animal sacrifices in the Old Testament is that it’s important to know that all Ancient Near Eastern people sacrificed animals as a way of appeasing the gods. For more about why I find this common belief to be objectionable, go here. I do not for a moment believe the Father needed to vent his wrath on Jesus in order to forgive us. Why did YHWH in the OT demand that people sacrifice animals? And if these sacrifices anticipated the ultimate sacrifice of the Messiah, as the author of Hebrews says, doesn’t this imply that Jesus’ death was necessary for God to forgive us? But why would God need his Son to die to forgive us? Did the Father need to kill his Son to placate his wrath, as I was taught? And finally, how does all this sacrifice stuff relate to the Christus Victor view of atonement that you advocate? THE WAY OF WRATH ANIMMAL UPDATEEach in-game day the map will update with new encounters, and character story-lines will move forward.I have a question about the atonement. Eager to escape hopeless reality in alcohol, drugs, petty squabbles, and comforting promises of the mystical rituals.Įxperience a new kind of interactive story. Desperate people will be tempted by their worst instincts. ![]() Deal with their disagreements, superstitions, and self-destructive habits. Will you end up a respected leader, a feared tyrant, or a hated despot swinging on a rope from the tower of your own fort? Your every action will be judged, and the consequences of your choices will be felt constantly as the story is reshaped to a new reality. Cook food, brew alcohol and prepare the medicine. Survive the cold, harsh landscape and its many environmental hazards. Pick your party from a colorful cast of characters, or build your companions from scratch.Įxplore open world map to hunt, fish, harvest valuable materials, perform mystical rituals. Freely choose among dozens of skills and perks in an unrestrictive, classless system. Customize appearance, origin, and reputation. Survivors will grieve the death of their kin and settle scores with their enemies.Ĭreate your own character. Experience a dynamic, non-linear story. Each character, friend or foe, pursues their own agendas and reacts to actions of others. ![]()
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