Can We Really Change God’s Mind? Rethinking Power in the Story of Sodom скачать в хорошем качестве

Can We Really Change God’s Mind? Rethinking Power in the Story of Sodom

What if the famous story of Sodom and Gomorrah is less about destruction and more about the kind of God we’re dealing with? In this teaching, we explore Abraham’s bold negotiation with God and what it reveals about divine power, love, and responsiveness. Rather than a tale of capricious judgment, Genesis offers a radically different imagination of God—one who listens, engages, and makes space for genuine dialogue. Drawing on insights from Jewish scholar Nahum Sarna, we consider why the ancient Hebrews told this story and what it means for our own relationship with God today. If God’s power is infinite, then perhaps the most interesting thing God can do with that power is give it away. Maybe this is what love looks like. If you’ve ever wrestled with the character of God, the problem of divine power, or the meaning of prayer, this reflection is for you.