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In-depth analysis of Islamic theology, scripture, tradition, and argumentation through rigorous scholarly critique.
Facing Our Common Foe Paid Members Public
Facing Our Common Foe Roland Clarke The indiscriminate slaughter in Iraq, of Muslims by fellow Muslims, is a deplorable tragedy. And neither can it be excused, as so often Muslims are prone to do. This is what Mirza Y Baig says in his article, 'The Ummah is Hemorrhaging'
Christmas: Controversy or Consensus Paid Members Public
Christmas: Controversy or Consensus Roland Clarke In recent years western nations have experienced an increased chorus of criticism of Christmas and for Christmas to be divested of its religious meaning. Bans have been imposed on playing Christmas carols in certain schools as well as in shopping centres where there are
Childlike Humility: key to entering heaven Paid Members Public
Childlike Humility: key to entering heaven Roland Clarke Last month it was my privilege to preach on the longing for eternity that God has implanted in the human heart. I showed how relevant this theme is, especially when talking to Muslims. Then last Saturday things got really practical! I went
A child shall lead them Paid Members Public
A child shall lead them Roland Clarke Like many other parents or grandparents my daily routine involves taking C___ to school each morning. I play for 15 minutes before he goes into class. During this time I may smile and have eye contact with various kids and their parents. Interestingly,
Their Blood Cries Out Paid Members Public
Their Blood Cries Out Roland Clarke People around the world are struggling to make sense of the horrifying death of ten Christian aid workers in Afghanistan at the hands of Muslims. How is it possible that God-fearing people (the Taliban) could murder charitable workers ministering to needy fellow-Afghans
Saviour: A Beautiful Name of God Paid Members Public
Saviour: A Beautiful Name of God Roland Clarke The desire of every true believer is to gaze on God's beauty, adoring him for his wonderful attributes and names. Drawing near to God in this way is of supreme importance according to both the Bible and the Qur'
Muslim risks his life shielding Christians from terrorists Paid Members Public
Muslim risks his life shielding Christians from terrorists Roland Clarke Scripture instructs Christians to be full of grace as we encounter unbelievers in our daily lives, being alert to make the most of opportunities to engage them in seasoned-with-salt conversational witness. (Colossians 4:2-6) One way of
Peace and Hospitality Paid Members Public
Peace and Hospitality Roland Clarke Each year various Olympic and international sporting events are held where people from different nationalities and cultures mingle. Athletes test their sportsmanship on the field, and then, off the field, their personal relationships are enriched as they engage with each other – sometimes forming real friendships.