759. O God, We Bear the Imprint
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Text Information |
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First Line: |
O God, we bear the imprint of your face |
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Title: |
O God, We Bear the Imprint |
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Author: |
Shirley Erena Murray (1987) |
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Meter: |
10.10.10.10.10.10 |
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Language: |
English |
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Publication Date: |
2013 |
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Scripture: |
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Topic: |
Community in Christ; Creation; Ecumenical; Justice and Reconciliation; Love for Others; Unity (3 more...) |
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Copyright: |
© 1987 Hope Publishing Company |
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ONE LICENSE: |
19562 |
Text Information:Rather than treating racism as a societal problem, this text considers the issue from a theological point of view. When we distance ourselves from other people merely because of the color of their skin, we fail to honor their God-likeness and to see Christ’s image in them.