In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace. Ephesians 1:7 NIV Years ago, I had a conversation with someone about offensive words found in scripture.  I am not talking about unwholesome language, but words like sin, death, crucifixion, hell and the blood. Some congregations had postulated that cultured people are offended by the graphic nature of these words, and a more diluted and sanitized gospel began to emerge. … Continue reading →