In the Quran, a common pattern that we are presented with is that when people deviate from God’s guidance, He allows hardship or external forces to come upon them as a means to remind them of their covenant and guide them back to the straight path. This concept reflects God's mercy and desire for people … Continue reading Why Are Muslims Suffering?
New Testament Geographical Discrepancies
The New Testament, like other ancient texts, reflects the geographical understanding of its authors and the cultural context in which it was written. While many geographical references in the New Testament are accurate, there are some instances where scholars have identified what may be geographical inconsistencies, errors, or discrepancies. These could arise from misunderstandings, later … Continue reading New Testament Geographical Discrepancies
Gospel Contradictions
It is fascinating that in the entire New Testament, there is not a single verse in which Jesus calls himself God, tells people to worship him, or proclaims that God is a trinity. Yet, many Christians attempt to use quotes from the New Testament attributed to Jesus and his contemporaries to justify these things. For … Continue reading Gospel Contradictions
3:7: Basic Law of Hermeneutics For Studying Scripture
Today, while driving home, I was listening to a Christian polemicist who was attempting to validate his Trinitarian views by attacking verses from the Quran. It struck me that his entire methodology involved taking either allegorical verses or ones open to multiple interpretations and using these verses to draw sweeping conclusions that fundamentally contradict the … Continue reading 3:7: Basic Law of Hermeneutics For Studying Scripture
Faith vs. Works (Paul the Anti-Christ)
After Jesus's death, James, Jesus's brother, and Paul disagreed on whether righteousness was achieved through deeds or faith alone. Paul argued that after Jesus's death, one could not be saved by works, only by faith, as shown in Romans 3: 28 For we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the … Continue reading Faith vs. Works (Paul the Anti-Christ)
Jesus and Cathedrals
Churches and cathedrals are some of the most elaborate and expensive buildings ever constructed. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City: Arguably the most renowned Catholic church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its construction spanned over a century (1506-1626), involving legendary artists like Michelangelo and Bramante. The church was funded … Continue reading Jesus and Cathedrals
Jesus or Paul?
The New Testament explicitly indicates that Jesus' primary mission—and that of His disciples—was to proclaim His message to the Children of Israel. 5 These twelve Jesus sent out, charging them, “Go nowhere among the Gentiles, and enter no town of the Samaritans, 6 but go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Matthew 10 24 He … Continue reading Jesus or Paul?
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