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Reflections on the interplay of the Bible and Culture

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On rationalization of sin

Posted on April 17, 2013 Written by Mark McIntyre 9 Comments

Perhaps the story of Achan in the book of Joshua makes us uncomfortable because we share in this sin. It is only by grace that we do not end up under a heap of stones.

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