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The Islamic Dilemma Simple Flow chart
The Islamic Dilemma: Interactive Walkthrough The Islamic Dilemma: Interactive Walkthrough This interactive HTML page guides you through the “Islamic Dilemma” (also known as the Quranic Dilemma), a logical argument from Christian apologetics challenging Islamic claims about the Bible. It includes points, counterpoints, and refutations. Interact by making choices, clicking to reveal refutations, and testing your […]
Debate Dynamics: How Faith, Logic, and Scripture Collide in Godlogic’s Dialogue with a Muslim Thinker
When faith and critical thinking collide, it’s not just about winning a debate—it’s about opening doors to deeper truth. Godlogic’s approach shows how persistence, honest questions, and appeals to reason can challenge even the strongest convictions, reminding readers that every theology must withstand close scrutiny.
Beyond the Verse: What Protestants and Catholics Overlook About the Bible’s Origins
You’ll never look at a Bible’s table of contents the same way again: Protestants and Catholics alike accept things about the Bible that aren’t written in scripture. For Catholics, that’s no scandal—tradition and Church authority are part of the story. If you’re ever hit with a “show-me-a-verse” challenge, remember: sometimes the answer isn’t in a verse at all.
Reading Between the Lines: Paul’s Allegory of Hagar and Sarah in Galatians 4
Paul’s allegory in Galatians 4 isn’t just a quirky scriptural moment—it’s a radical reimagining of spiritual family, law, and faith. He invites believers to step into a story not just as readers but as living participants, children of promise, and citizens of a heavenly Jerusalem. Let these insights be both a challenge and a comfort on your journey.
Transform Your OCIA Experience with These Beginner Catholic Books
These are the very books I use and recommend! You are starting a meaningful journey through OCIA, and the right books can speed your understanding, deepen your faith, and make parish conversations less intimidating. These selections focus on clarity, trustworthy teaching, and practical help for new Catholics, so you can feel prepared for Mass, confident […]
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Why Contraception Is Not Justified By “Unwanted Pregnancies”
As the Conclave was preparing to meet to elect our new pope, the news and Facebook were naturally full of all sorts of challenges and messages. One stood out in particular to me: A hope that the new pope would teach that contraception is acceptable in order to prevent “unwanted pregnancies”. I’ll briefly re-cap an […]
Shrovetide and The International Pancake Day Race!
The day before Ash Wednesday has many different names and traditions, to include Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras. However, there is one fairly recent pre-Ash Wednesday tradition that actually takes place right here in Kansas. It began in England with the observation of Shrove Tuesday. This tradition is what we know today as the International Pancake […]
All Hallow’s Eve: A Halloween Manifesto
There have been a few divisive camps among Catholics as to how best to celebrate Halloween. Some let their kids dress up as ghouls and ghosts, seeing no harm in it. Some view it as a way to “laugh at the devil” and the power of death. We have a desire to encounter the frightening, but in […]
When Is It Okay To “Draw The Line”?
This post began with a friend of mine who has recently cut ties with somebody who has caused her pain for her entire life. Her “VERY Christian mother” has called her “cold-hearted” and “evil” for this. She also revealed that her mother continuously helps people who have repeatedly hurt their family, knowing that this will be the result. She is “absolutely miserable” doing […]
Something’s Got To Give: Sexual Freedom As A National Security Concern
After looking at modern American culture, I most likely won’t stay in the military any longer than my current contract requires. There are far greater conflicts at hand than those in Iraq and Afghanistan (and depending on how things go, possibly Syria, Pakistan, North Korea, or Iran). Though often cited as the most trusted institution […]
