The Bible and the Trinity: Three types of texts by Scott R. Swain.
Christians praise the triune God because that is how God presents himself to us in the Holy Scripture: as one God in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. In the previous chapter, we considered the basic grammar of the Bible’s Trinitarian discourse as summarized in the baptismal mandate of Matthew 28:19. In the present chapter, we will consider three types of biblical texts that give us a fuller sense of the [...]
Interpreting Qur’an verses on tampering by Dr Gordon Nickel.
Usually, scholars give two descriptions of Muslim views of the Bible regarding taḥrīf: tampering with the meaning of the biblical text or tampering with the biblical text itself. The view found in the earliest Muslim commentaries, however, does not fit into either of these categories, yet it seldom features in scholarship on the subject. The earliest Muslim commentaries on the Qur’an regard the previous scriptures as sources of authority and attestation while simultaneously showing uncertainty [...]
Reaffirming Jesus’ Crucifixion: Insights from Muslim Scholars by Rudolph P. Boshoff
For centuries, the Qur’an has been interpreted to deny the crucifixion of Jesus, contradicting the New Testament's account. The key verse often cited is from Surah An-Nisa (4:157): "And [for] their saying, 'Indeed, we have killed the Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary, the messenger of Allah.' And they did not kill him, nor did they crucify him; but [another] was made to resemble him to them. And indeed, those who differ over it are [...]
Upcoming Debates!
I will be debating Sheikh Ibrahim Abdullahi on the topic of "Was Jesus Crucified?", on April 20, 2024, in Mayfair, Firdaus Park, and Sheikh Salim Ndeda on the topic of "Jesus in the Qur'an and the Bible" on April 21, 2024, at the same spot. You are welcome to join us for free! Prayers are appreciated.
Dangers of the Hyper Grace Gospel by Rudolph P. Boshoff
Hyper grace theology, also known as "ultra grace" or "extreme grace," is a theological perspective that emphasizes an exaggerated understanding of God's grace to the extent that it may be seen as diminishing the importance of repentance, holiness, and righteous living. The term "hyper-grace" refers to a theological perspective that emphasizes an extreme or imbalanced view of God's grace. It often suggests that once a person is saved, they are exempt from the need [...]
An Outline of the New Testament Testimony to the Deity of Christ by Murray J. Harris.
This outline does not purport to be in any sense an exhaustive analysis of the NT witness to Christ's deity. Rather, it is a sketch of one approach rather than a traditional approach to this theme. Other complementary or supplementary approaches abound, such as the creative treatment of Jesus' implicit claim to deity in his parables by P. B. Payne or R. T. France's documentation from the Synoptic Gospels of Jesus' assumption of the role of Yahweh (Jesus 150-59). For a [...]
Jesus Isn’t God because He has a God? (John 20:17) by Rudolph P. Boshoff.
Recently, I viewed a YouTube clip of Dale Tuggy that says that Jesus was not God but merely a man because He referred to Himself as having a God.[1] Let me say that this passage shows John's absolute brilliance. Now, let me read the passage for you. Here is the passage he refers to: “Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my [...]
Looking at Shabir Yusuf’s “Trinitarian Reality” by Rudolph P. Boshoff.
It is no secret that most Christians do not spend much time considering the Doctrine of the Trinity as a peculiar point of interest, nor do we spend much time trying to examine its implications and legitimacy. Well, I hope to give some glimmer of proximity when I speak and write on this topic, and hopefully, this is precisely what I am accomplishing in this article. In a recent clip, it seems like Shabir’s objection starts [...]
Exploring Theological Personality: Classical Theism vs. Theistic Personalism by Rudolph P. Boshoff
In recent theological discussions, the concepts of classical theism and theistic personalism have gained prominence. Coined by Brian Davies in his book on the philosophy of religion, these terms represent contrasting views on the nature of God within Christian theology. What are some of the distinctions between classical theism and theistic personality? I will briefly sum up and examine their historical roots, key proponents, and the implications of their divergent perspectives. Classical theism traces its [...]