
Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis
Douglas GroothuisSpiritual Lessons I've Learned from My Dog
February 10, 2025 ● 19 minShare this episode
In this week's episode of Truth Tribe, Dr. Groothuis discusses the spiritual lessons learned from his dog, Sonny, a golden doodle. He reflects on the biblical references to animals, emphasizing that dogs, like all creatures, reveal God's existence and attributes. Dr. Groothuis argues against viewing pets as replacements for human children and highlights the importance of human procreation. He explores how dogs' existence, beauty, skills, and emotional bonds with humans can illustrate aspects of God's nature. Dr. Groothuis also shares personal anecdotes about Sonny's role in his family, particularly during his wife's illness, to illustrate the deeper theological connections between humans and animals.
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Today's Devotional
A Prayer to Discern the Difference between Tests, Temptations, and Trials - Your Daily Prayer - March 30
Here’s the essential thing: regardless of what we find ourselves in—tests, temptations, or trials—the grace of Christ surrounds us, as does the power of the Holy Spirit. And so, no matter what, we can approach Jesus in confidence.
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