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Jacob's Blessing, Cooperative Grace, And Practicing Law With A Limp, John M.A. Dipippa
Jacob's Blessing, Cooperative Grace, And Practicing Law With A Limp, John M.A. Dipippa
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How does a lawyer's religious beliefs affect the lawyer's practice? I will answer that question by reflecting on baseball players, wrestling with mysterious strangers, and practicing law with a limp. This essay is divided into four sections. First, I will share the story of baseball star Sandy Koufax's refusal to pitch on Yom Kippur. Second, I will present a brief theology of grace. Third, I will discuss the Genesis story of Jacob's wrestling match with the Angel. Finally, I will relate a personal experience from my own practice. In truth, each of these sections demonstrates the same theme: that God's …