Quotation by

Karl Barth

It is always the case that when the Christian looks back, he is looking at the forgiveness of sins.

Forgiveness

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Karl Barth means that a Christian’s reflection on their past is centered on the fact that their sins have been forgiven. This focus on forgiveness shapes how they understand their history and identity.

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