Key Takeaways:

• Amena Barami's Experience: Understanding the backstory of Amena Barami’s acid attack and the justice system's role in her case.

• Forgiveness Over Retribution: Examining Amena's choice to forgive her attacker, showcasing grace and mercy over revenge.

• Biblical Context: Exploring the biblical principle of "an eye for an eye" and its intent to limit escalating retribution.

• Parallels to Divine Forgiveness: Drawing parallels between Amena’s forgiveness and Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice, emphasizing the importance of forgiving others.

• Impact on Society: Discussing the broader societal and psychological implications of choosing forgiveness over retribution.

Notable Quotes:

1. "I forgive him, I forgive him." - Amena Barami

2. "It was fair, after all, that he'd experienced what she had. And her forgiveness meant that justice wasn't done."

3. "When Jesus died on the cross, it was the equivalent of God taking acid onto his face." - Tanya Harris

4. "Forgiveness is crucial. However, our justice system operates."

5. "It is because of God's forgiveness for us that we're called to forgive others."

The God of the Bible is a talking God. All throughout the Scriptures, God is seen talking to people. First to the prophets, then most fully in Jesus and today through his Holy Spirit. When we choose to follow Jesus, the Spirit speaks to remind us of all that Jesus established and apply it to our lives.

So how does the Spirit speak? How do we know it’s God? And what happens afterwards? Join Rev Dr Tania Harris as she explores what the Spirit is saying to us. Everyday God Conversations will encourage you weekly to reflect on the God-conversations of Scripture, the ultimate God-conversation in Jesus and to hear from the Holy Spirit yourself. Remember, it was never meant to be a one-way conversation!

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