Theology
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Conflict in Christianity, Islam, and Judaism
A key difference between the religions of Christianity and Islam is their approach to conflict. In Islam, it is acceptable to fight and kill in certain situations, though this is usually permitted as self-defence in the face of persecution. The Old Testament is full of conflict. God commands Israel to fight and conquer certain nations… Continue reading
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Are All my Deeds Recorded by God in a Book?
I’ve been exploring what Muslims believe about free will and predestination. There is some disagreement among Muslims on this issue, it seems. There is also widespread disagreement among Christians about the extent to which we have free will. I find it interesting that in both Islam and Christianity we find the idea that God writes… Continue reading
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Religion is Personal
Every spiritual seeker must consider the existence of God. And then, once assured of God’s existence, they must embark on a journey of spiritual growth. This journey will likely involve Scripture, community, and prayer, with the ultimate goal being an understanding of how to please God through the way we live out our faith life.… Continue reading
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The Changeable Will of God
The only certain way to discern the will of God is to observe how events unfold in reality. In any moment, God is free to do as He pleases, despite what any Scripture says. In the Qur’an, in Sura 13:39, the text reads “God erases or confirms whatever He will, and the source of Scripture… Continue reading
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Will God Bring Justice?
Those who ‘run the world’ are evil, according to David Icke. This is seemingly true, but what Icke doesn’t discuss is that, ultimately, it is God who runs the world. This is what I argue in my books and on this blog. God is in control of all things. It seems to me that God… Continue reading
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Are we Justified by Good Deeds or Faith in Jesus?
In Christianity, the theme of the wrath of God features heavily and is very much related to the orthodox Christian idea of free will. Humans are seen as sinners who, by their sinning, make God angry. This then provides the opportunity for Jesus Christ to step in and provide a solution to the problem of… Continue reading
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