Tag: Dante

Illustration by Gustave Dore of Paradise Lost

A Taste of the Classics: Paradise Lost

Penned in 1667, John Milton’s “Paradise Lost” is an epic poem that weaves together all the threads of Scripture to present the story of God’s redemption of humanity through a rich tapestry of extraordinary imagery.

A Taste of the Classics

Over the years, Ken Boa has taught and helpfully summarized a number of works from classic literature. This series introduces several of 16 important works.

Practicing the Presence of God: Part 5

Dr. Boa gives the biblical basis for the idea that a Christian’s spiritual life is not a measurable product but a dynamic, ongoing process. We were meant for more than this life, but we have to cultivate the spiritual side of ourselves.

Practicing the Presence of God: Part 3

Dr. Boa continues his discussion of the metaphors and images that represent our practice of the presence of God in our day-to-day lives.