A theological assessment of Matthew 24:6-7 in the light of insecurity in Nigeria

This paper discusses a theological assessment of Matt 24:6-7 in the light of insecurity in Nigeria. Theological cum historical methods were adopted. Jesus Christ had predicted that there will be confusion at the close of age. Christ predicted that peace would elude the universe as there would be uph...

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Main Author: Ampitan, J. Afolabi (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: University 2018
In: Ilorin journal of religious studies
Year: 2018, Volume: 8, Issue: 2, Pages: 85-96
Further subjects:B kidnappers
B Youth
B Armed robbers
B Nigeria
B Insecurity
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