The turn from this end [despair] to a new beginning came from three things. A blooming cherry tree, the unexpected kindness of Scottish workers and their families, and the Bible.

In the cross of Christ God is taking man dead-seriously so that he may open up for him the happy freedom of Easter. God takes upon himself the pain of negation and the God forsakenness of judgement to reconcile himself with his enemies and to give the godless fellowship with himself.

Imprisoned professors taught imprisoned students free theology.

No where else in Christianity does the terrible or heroic name of Armageddon play such role as in America. Not even in the Revelation of John.

The truth of human freedom lies in the love that breaks down barriers.

There are various names for this 'Spirit of Life' because there are various life experiences.

Hope is lived when it comes alive, when we go outside of ourselves and, in joy and pain take part in the lives of others.