Placher states that "the study of the history of theology teaches that what is nothing new"?

A) diversity within Christianity;
B) faith in God;
C) religious experience;
D) human sinfulness.


Ans: A) diversity within Christianity;

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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