This element becomes a recurring theme in a great portion of religious texts, especially in the Bible and the Koran, both of which are celebrated in a wide construct as being among the main sources of religious literature. ... Both holy books have common themes, stories and/or parables featuring similar characters. ... On one hand, the Bible is a historical account of God's plan for humanity.2 Written through the eyes of simple men known as the Apostles, rather then written from the direct figures in the stories.3 On the other hand, the Koran is based on the revelations and teachings of...

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However, if we picture God as touchy, unapproachable, and easily annoyed, if we image God as haughty, indifferent, or angry, if we invest him with unlovable qualities and cringe before his glance, we will dismiss the way of trust in the gospel of grace. ... Because in the Jewish culture the swine or pig was considered to be the lowest animal and was considered unclean for clean Jewish hands to touch or have anything to do with. ... Many would say that this young boy was a sinner, and is going to be saved. ... This shows that not only is the gospel of grace for the sinners and lost, it is also ...

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