Rudolph P. Boshoff

One of the most contested and often misunderstood teachings of Jesus is His statement in Matthew 5:17-20: “Do not think that I came to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I did not come to abolish but to fulfill.” (NASB) This verse has stirred theological debate for centuries. What does it mean for Jesus to "fulfill" the Law? Does this mean we must keep all of the Old Testament commandments, or did Jesus redefine the [...]

One of the most common critiques of Christianity is that believers “cherry-pick” the Bible. Skeptics point to Old Testament commandments, like not wearing clothes made from mixed fabrics (Leviticus 19:19) or not boiling a goat in its mother’s milk (Exodus 23:19), and ask why Christians obey some biblical commands while seemingly ignoring others. Are we being inconsistent? The short answer: no, but the issue deserves a thoughtful, biblical explanation. A Book Full of Commandments The [...]

A persistent question in Christian theology is this: Should Christians still keep the Old Testament law, or did Jesus abolish it when He died on the cross? This topic has sparked much debate, especially when interpreting New Testament passages that seem to pull in different directions. However, Jesus' own words in Matthew 5 provide a strong foundation for understanding how He viewed the law and what that means for His followers. What Is the Old Testament [...]

Recently, I interviewed with my long-time friend, Maverick Witlouw, during which we discussed his views on Universalism. You can watch the conversation here. Universalism, the belief that all people will ultimately be reconciled with God and saved, faces several criticisms from other Christian theological perspectives, particularly from traditionalist and exclusivist viewpoints. Below are the main criticisms, grounded in theological arguments commonly raised: Undermines Biblical Authority and Scriptural Evidence: Critics, especially from evangelical and reformed traditions, [...]

It does not take much effort to look at the Church today and realize that it tends to function more inwardly. We urge our members to bring new people to church, essentially inviting them to join the "Jesus club." In all seriousness, however, every member of the community must be a soul winner for the Kingdom of Christ. This is not just because we are soldiers under His command but because this is how the [...]