Jesus Christ
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Was Jesus Really Crucified?
It’s Friday morning, just after 11am as I type. I’m sat outside a cafe in South London, composing this on my phone. It’s a really warm and sunny day, thanks be to God. Today is celebrated as Good Friday in Christianity. It is the day that is supposed to recall the crucifixion of Jesus. However,… Continue reading
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The Crucifixion of Jesus in Christianity and Islam
I have encountered the view that Pauline Christianity (that is, the theology drawn from the writings that are attributed to the apostle Paul in the New Testament) are a distortion of the true message that Jesus came with. It has been argued by some that all of the prophets sent by God taught a similar… Continue reading
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In What Way is the New Testament Inspired by God?
In this article, I’d like to offer some thoughts about the inspiration of the New Testament canon from a philosophical perspective. My aim is to make us think deeply about what inspiration is (within a theological context) and how this relates to the Bibles we read today. Continue reading
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Religion Enslaves People. But is this Good in the Sight of God?
According to the writings contained in the New Testament, Jesus Christ said “who the Son sets free is free indeed” (John 8:36). In this article, I will be considering the kind of freedom that Jesus might have been referring to, and I will also look more generally at the major Abrahamic religions (Christianity, Islam, and… Continue reading
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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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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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My name is Steven Nicholas Colborne.
I’m a philosopher and author living in the United Kingdom. On this blog, I write about matters of philosophy and religion and share a variety of personal articles.
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