In Lent Day 17’s Bible study on faith and doubt using “Pixels” as a lens, we examine faith in the unseen, overcoming societal doubt, and translating faith into action. The study encourages reflection on personal experiences and the intertwining of faith and doubt.
Tag: Sci-fi
Lent Paradox 16: Frank Herbert’s Dune
“Dune” part two, directed by Denis Villeneuve, is a visually stunning masterpiece. Josh Brolin’s portrayal of Gurney Halleck adds nuanced depth, enriching the film’s emotional resonance and narrative intricacy. The novel’s exploration of paradoxes and its biblical connections contribute to its thought-provoking nature.
Lent paradox 15: Chronology and the Leap Year.
“A thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night.” Psalm 90: 4
Lent Paradox 14: Spatial Paradox and the Paradoxical Frog
The exploration of spatial paradoxes in theology and nature, as inspired by the OddSonder broadcast, delves into the concept of God’s vastness contained within finite boundaries and draws comparisons to the paradoxical frog and TARDIS. The concept of Tzimtzum in Jewish mysticism further contributes to this understanding.
Lent Paradox 13:Omens, Superstitions, Prophecy
Prophetic narratives and omens offer comfort and guidance in faith, while the superstition around the number 13 has complex origins.
Lent Paradox 12: Revelation and Apocalypse
The Bible embodies a cycle of revelation and apocalypse, mirroring the eternal rhythm of God’s redemptive plan. This cyclical nature emphasizes timeless truths and invites believers to discern divine patterns.
