Year
Langerak explores the biblical and theological significance of the year as a unit of time, arguing that it has divine rather than arbitrary origins and reflects God's sovereign ordering of creation and human history. The article invites readers to recognize how the yearly cycle, marked by the Christian calendar's reference to Christ ('the year of our Lord'), connects our daily lives to God's providential governance and redemptive purposes. This reflection encourages a deeper appreciation for how fundamental rhythms of creation reveal God's wisdom and design.
The beginning and ending of each year is a rather momentous time for mankind. It is celebrated with festivities the world over. We consider the year a significant marker of time, and remember important events by the year in which they occur. The church also recognizes each new year's connection to Christ by holding worship services, referring to it as 'the year of our Lord,' and assigning it a date "AD" that denotes the years that have passed since Jesus' first coming. Yet how often do we...
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