We at EDN are in a period of reflection and contemplation for the important season of Christmas. Our attention will be on raising certain questions that we invite you to comment on. We will return to our series probing controversial issues on January 4th.
TODAY’S QUESTION: If Jesus is the Prince of Peace, how is this apparent in our world?
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I think it is apparent in those who embrace Jesus’ passion for nonviolence. I also think we could use the phrase ‘Prince of Peace’ without internalizing its implications for us. My prayer is that we do not!
Peace,
Bob