How the Prophet Jesus (Isa) differentiates Yahweh and Allah by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
The person of Jesus Christ has a very central role in both Christianity and in Islam. Houlden (2005:404) writes that in Islam Jesus is a servant (‘abd) of God, a prophet (nabi), a sign (aya), an example (mathal), a witness (shahid), and a mercy (rahma) to all humanity. Jesus is eminent (wajih) and even brought near to God (min al-muqarrabin) and seen as one of the upright (min al-salihin) and he is blessed (Mubarak). The [...]
Jesus the revealed Word: An Exegesis of John 1:1, 18 by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
(3minute read) In this article, I would like to share a short synopsis on the First Chapter of John with a specific emphasis on verse 1 and 18. I believe that a concise reading of these passages will allow for us to see the clear intent of John the Beloved Disciple and his indication that Jesus was the expected fulfilled promise of the Messiah to come and the Lord ascended to His throne. John clearly [...]
Jesus the ascended Lord: An exegesis of Mark 14:62-64 by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
(2 Minute read) I have selected the Gospel of Mark 14:62-64 since it is the climax of the book where we finally have Christ accounting for who He is. It is also one of the first texts in the New Testament that emphatically situates the person of Jesus Christ in a place of clear pre-eminence and Old Testament fulfillment. It reads as follows: "And Jesus said, “I am, and you shall see the Son of [...]
Evaluation of Dr Sayyed’s presentation, “Is the Bible God’s Word?” (Part 3) by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff.
5 minute read: In my previous article, I have shown that the central didactic of Dr. Sayyed is seemingly lacking in both fairness and objective scholarship. Dr. Sayyed seems to ask questions around inspiration and infallibility of the Judeo-Christian Scriptures that seem to conflict with his own presumed worldview. Here is part 3 looking at his suggested claims: Dr. Sayyed mentions, "Scribes changed as they pleased." He then quotes Dr. Bruce Metzger, quoting Church Father [...]
10 Most influential [Un]Christian Books and what they say about the current Church by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
[5minute read] There are quite a few books in the last few years that have made a lasting impact on the perception of readers looking for an alternative explanation to the constitutes of Christianity. Here, I am trying to show that the very central issues discussed reveals the desired intention to succumb to some liberal ideas shedding the dogmatic constitutes of the past. In no way do I think any of these ideas have any [...]
Evaluation of Dr Sayyed’s presentation, “Is the Bible God’s Word?” (Part 2) by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
5 Minute read: In my previous article, I have shown that the central didactic of Dr. Sayyed is seemingly lacking in both fairness and objective scholarship. Dr. Sayyed seems to ask questions around the inspiration and infallibility of the Judeo-Christian Scriptures that seem to be in conflict with his own presumed worldview. [1] Here is part 2 looking at his suggested claims: Who is making the claim that the Bible is God’s Word? Or from [...]
Evaluation of Dr Sayyed’s presentation, “Is the Bible God’s Word?” (Part 1) by Pastor Rudolph Boshoff
(10-minute read) In my recent discussion with Dr. Sayyed, his presentation was firmly based on two central biases. First, that God, in fact, cannot preserve His own revelation, and second, that the Prophets of the Old Testament and New Testament (Isaiah, David, Jesus) were not truthful concerning God’s decrees. In this article, I will give feedback on his presentation. I will mirror Dr Sayyed’s claims and apply the same to the central context of the [...]
Allah or Yahweh Debate between Pastor Rudolph Boshoff and Bashir Vania
Allah or Yahweh Debate Is Allah of Islam the same as Yahweh of Christianity? You are welcome to join this friendly debate and free event hosted by Spirit Word Academy and LOGOS Bible Church Centurion
Table Talk with Tyrell: The Doctrine of the Trinity on Radio Pulpit / Radiokanselat 9:00 AM (657AM) or on the Radio Pulpit Facebook page
Tomorrow on Table Talk with Tyrell, Tyrell will converse with Rudolph Boshoff, theology lecturer and director of Ad Lucem: "Towards the light" ministries, about Trinitarianism (what the Bible teaches about the Trinity). As always, catch it live on Radio Pulpit / Radiokanselat 9:00 AM (657AM) or on the Radio Pulpit Facebook page for live video. If you'd rather grab it for your podcast catcher so you can listen at 1.7X speed, you can get it later in the [...]
Is Slavery instructed from the Bible or the Quran? (A reply to Yusuf Ismail & Ahmed Moosa) by P.J. Strydom
Is Slavery instructed from the Bible, or from the Quran? This document is not intended to demonize or insult any Muslims. I find Muslims to be very sincere in their religion and living a life to please God to attain eternal life. Even I, as a Christian, can only wish to be as dedicated to maintaining such rituals and regulations as Muslim believers achieve. It is also true that Muslim believers are peaceful and respectful [...]