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• Salier, Willis Hedley (Bill) (1959-)

• 1998-10-02

• Moore Theological College

• Sailer speaks on the topic of the 'other' and inclusivity, based on the story of the Samaritan Woman from John 4. The passage reveals that Jesus is fully human, experiencing fatigue and need like any other person. The Woman represents the ‘other’, a Samaritan, a woman, and a sinner. Jesus’ interaction with her demonstrates an open invitation and a willingness to embrace the ‘other’. Salvation has appeared not only for Israel but for the world. The reality of the Woman as a sinner is both acknowledged and addressed, and the differences between religious beliefs are recognized without compromise. Inclusion of the ‘other’ is not merely for the sake of difference; while the distinctions are significant, there is room within Jesus for both the Woman and the world. God is able to embrace the ‘other’, and the Cross embodies this inclusion, where truth and justice coexist without compromise. Jesus is both exclusive and inclusive as Saviour of the world. Like the Samaritan Woman, believers today have been accepted by the Saviour and are called to respond with gratitude. Sailer challenges listeners to proclaim the exclusive Saviour to the ‘other’ and to reflect on who the ‘other’ is in their own lives.

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