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Cultivated: A podcast about faith and work

Miroslav Volf on Christian Witness in Turbulent Places

Nov 2, 2020
Renowned theologian Miroslav Volf discusses his emergence as a theologian, the power of the gospel for healing in turbulent times, and the importance of Christian witness in promoting unity amidst diversity. Topics include forgiveness, reconciliation, and the challenges of embodying Jesus' teachings in today's society.
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Quick takeaways

  • Volf's upbringing in Croatia under communist rule shaped his perspective on faith, emphasizing unity amidst persecution.
  • Volf's academic work highlights the transformative power of relational faith in reconciliation to prevent divisions.

Deep dives

Holiness Pentecostalism in Croatia Under Communist Rule

Miroslav Volf discusses his upbringing in Croatia as a member of a small group of Pentecostals living under communist rule. Describing Pentecostals as a minority within a minority, he emphasizes the influence of holiness Pentecostalism, attributing his spiritual journey to his parents' honest and spiritually driven approach to faith. He shares poignant stories of his father's survival in a labor camp, highlighting the transformative power of faith amidst desperate circumstances.

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