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EPISODE · May 30, 2024 · 55 MIN

"The Greatness of Hope" with Luther Smith

from The Weight · host Oxford University United Methodist Church

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”--1 Corinthians 13.13This well-known, often quoted Bible verse is probably one you’re familiar with. But today’s guest, Dr. Luther Smith, wants to mix things up a little and get us to think like this: The greatest of these is hope.Dr. Luther Smith is Professor Emeritus of Church and Community at Candler University (and one of Chris’s former professors). He earned his Ph.D. from Saint Lewis University and his Master’s of Divinity from Eden Theological Seminary. He has worked with, researched, and written extensively about civil rights leader and theologian Howard Thurman. His most recent book is Hope Is Here! Spiritual Practices for Pursuing Justice and Beloved Community.ResourcesBuy Hope Is Here!

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” --1 Corinthians 13.13 This well-known, often quoted Bible verse is probably one you’re familiar with. But today’s guest, Dr. Luther Smith, wants to mix things up a little and get us to think like this: The greatest of these is hope. Dr. Luther Smith is Professor Emeritus of Church and Community at Candler University (and one of Chris’s former professors). He earned his Ph.D. from Saint Lewis University ...

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