christianity
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The Garden of Eden: Myth or Historical Reality?
The debate surrounding the historicity of Adam and Eve is central to contemporary theology, contrasting mythological interpretations with literal readings of Genesis. Critics argue that the narrative is purely allegorical, undermining key theological concepts like original sin. However, proponents assert that detailed textual analysis and grammatical structure confirm Adam and Eve as historical figures, essential… Continue reading
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Returning to the Ancestors? A Question We Must Think About Carefully
In recent years, a growing movement among young Africans has begun calling for a “return to the ancestors.” On social media, in cultural discussions, and even in academic circles, some argue that Africans must abandon Christianity and return to traditional African spirituality, especially systems that emphasize ancestral reverence. The argument often goes like this: before… Continue reading
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Debunking Misconceptions: Paul and The Food Sacrificed to Idols
Dear children, keep yourselves from idols 1 John 5:21 In recent discussions, particularly those involving critiques from Muslim Polemists, there’s a recurring claim that the Apostle Paul was labeled a heretic by “earlier Christians” for allegedly permitting the consumption of food sacrificed to idols. This accusation often draws on supposed quotes from Jesus forbidding such… Continue reading
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Bible Contradiction Resolved: Who Killed the Royal Seed During Athaliah’s Coup? 2 Kings 11:1 vs. 2 Chronicles 22:10–12
16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 17 Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth. John 17:16-17 (BSB) At Why Jesus Apologetics, we’re tackling alleged Bible contradictions to strengthen believers’ confidence and address skeptics’ challenges. A commonly cited issue is the account of Athaliah’s violent coup in… Continue reading
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Towards Understanding the Resolution of Bible Contradiction: How Old Was Ahaziah When He Became King?
Bible Contradiction Resolved: How Old Was Ahaziah – 22 or 42? Many claim the Bible contradicts itself because 2 Kings 8:26 says Ahaziah was 22 when he became king, while 2 Chronicles 22:2 says he was 42. How can he be older than his own father? This post resolves the issue by showing that the… Continue reading
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The Truth Behind Jeremiah 8:8-Misinterpretation, Not Textual Corruption
“The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” Isaiah 40:8 Critics, particularly some Muslim apologists, frequently misinterpret Jeremiah 8:8 to claim that the Bible admits its own textual corruption, citing the phrase “the lying pen of the scribes” as evidence of tampering with the Torah. However, it is… Continue reading
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Big News: Why Jesus Apologetics Has a New Home!
We are excited to share some wonderful news with you, our dear readers and friends. Today, we experienced yet another reminder that God provides for His work in His own perfect timing. I met this dear brother through another dearly beloved brother in Christ, a fellow apologist who runs a Yoruba apologetics ministry called “Faatiokodoro”,… Continue reading
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The Origin of the Name ‘Christian’: A Pagan Label or Mockery or Prophetic Name?
“You shall be called by a new name that the mouth of the Lord will give.”— Isaiah 62:2 (ESV) For centuries, some Christian critics and scholars have claimed that the term “Christian” was a derogatory label coined by unbelievers or pagans in Antioch to mock the followers of Jesus. This assumption is usually based on… Continue reading
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God’s Omniscience and the Garden of Eden: Was God Really Searching for Adam?
“And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account.”Hebrews 4:13 (ESV) Read Time: One of the core attributes of God in the Christian faith is His omniscience i.e. His all-knowing nature. The Bible consistently portrays God as possessing perfect… Continue reading
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Bible Contradiction Resolved: How Many Years of Famine Did God Threaten David With? 2 Samuel 24:13 vs. 1 Chronicles 21:12
16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 17 Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth. John 17:16-17 (BSB) Read Time: At Why Jesus Apologetics, we address alleged Bible contradictions to strengthen believers’ confidence and respond to skeptics’ challenges. Another frequently cited issue is the differing number of… Continue reading