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Anfechtung and the Theology of Mental Suffering: Spiritual Trial, the Theology of the Cross, and Christian Speech at the Edge of Despair

Grace, Daniel J.

This article retrieves the Lutheran category of Anfechtung as a resource for Christian theology at the point where psychological suffering becomes spiritually disorienting. Anfechtung names more than ordinary temptation: in Luther’s usage it can encompass assault, trial, terror, accusation, divine hiddenness, despair, and…

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When Christians Defend Their Image More Than the Truth: Ecclesial Reputation, Accountability, Repentance, and Christian Witness

Grace, Daniel J.

This article examines the theological, ethical, ecclesiological, and pastoral problems that arise when Christian churches and organisations prioritise institutional reputation, public image, leadership platforms, or organisational survival over truth, accountability, justice, and care for those harmed. Drawing upon biblical theology, the prophetic tradition,…

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The Church in an Age of Exhaustion: Christian Faithfulness, Sabbath, Ministry, and Human Limits in a Culture of Constant Activity

Grace, Daniel J.

his article develops a theological and ecclesiological account of exhaustion within contemporary Christian life and ministry. It argues that chronic exhaustion is not merely an individual problem of time management, but is often produced by wider cultural, institutional, technological, and theological assumptions concerning…

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