Name: Interpreting Matthew 5:48 Using Evidence from Context
Uploaded: 2021-07-17T23:53:06.000000Z
Duration: 13 min 50 s
Description: Dr. Brian Russell (Ph.D.) illustrates how to answer interpretive questions from context. Here he starts with the question: What is the meaning of Matthew 5:48's call to be perfect as the heavenly father is perfect?

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Deep Dive Spirituality with Dr. Brian Russell

Dr. Brian Russell (Ph.D.) illustrates how to answer interpretive questions from context. Here he starts with the question: What is the meaning of Matthew 5:48's call to be perfect as the heavenly father is perfect?

Interpreting Matthew 5:48 Using Evidence from Context

Deep Dive Spirituality with Dr. Brian Russell

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