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Why Are Good Deeds Weighed in a Balance in Islam? When Are They Good Enough?
In this article, I hope to sketch out the idea of a balance in Islam which compares the weight of good and bad deeds.
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July 6, 2020
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Who Is Muhammad in Islam? Prophet, Priest, or King?
In Christianity, if we want to describe Jesus, we use the words prophet, priest, and king to describe who he is, what he did, and what he continues to do. In this article, I will use those three terms to describe the person of Muhammad from Islamic sources.
May 27, 2020
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What Does the Islamic Call to Prayer (Adhan) Really Say?
This article takes a close look at the Arabic words of the adhan (Muslim call to prayer) and unpacks their meaning.
May 10, 2020
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Ramadan and the Islamic Search for Righteousness
It has been said that Muslims are seeking God in Ramadan. The paper highlighted by this article shows what kind of righteousness they might be seeking.
February 11, 2020
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Kaemingk and Kuyper Lead the Way
A summary of Matthew Kaemingk's book Christian Hospitality and Muslim Immigration in an Age of Fear.
February 11, 2020
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"A Dozen Bad Ideas for the 21st Century"
Mark Durie, an Anglican churchman, describes 12 ideas prevalent in this century that "challenge people in the West to come to terms with the challenge of Islam today."
December 23, 2019
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Christmas and the Real Night of Power (Lessness)
In Islam, there is a special night called the Night of Power/Destiny (or in Arabic, laylat al-Qadr). Here I compare and contrast that night with Christmas Eve.
June 5, 2019
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Diaspora Ministry
Introducing Resonate's diaspora ministry initiative and our Montreal consultation.
May 14, 2019
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‘Palestine’ and Overture 6: Ten Questions to Consider
How will delegates to Synod 2019 theologically deliberate on overture #6?
May 6, 2019
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Continuity and Discontinuity Between Christianity and Other Religions
In this piece, I hope to clarify some confusion about the discontinuity between Christianity and other religions and try to highlight some ways that Reformed Christians think about this.
April 22, 2019
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Notre Dame Church Profile
Reflections on the profile of a grand cathedral brought low during Holy Week, and wondering if in being brought low, her profile may become still higher.
April 11, 2019
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How Should Public Prayer Be Conducted?
Should a prayer accommodate those of other faiths? If so, how? Who should lead a prayer?
April 1, 2019
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Convince, Exhort, Proclaim, and Speak Boldly: Communication Verbs in Luke and Acts
"Preach the Gospel at all times. Use words if necessary." This statement has been used as a good excuse not to use words in verbal witness. A closer look at the data, however, suggests that Paul and the apostles may have amended the phrase.
February 16, 2019
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When a Muslim Studies Galatians What Does He See?
If one reads the fly-leaf of Shabbir Akhtar’s book, one sees his intent is to “build bridges between the two religions.” One would expect that Akhtar, a research fellow at the Centre for Muslim-Christian Studies in England, would strive to do that. But does he?
February 5, 2019
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Character Building Through Interfaith Ministry
More and more, people of other faith traditions are settling in Canada and the United States and becoming our neighbours. As we navigate a changing world and society, we are seeking to integrate witness and dialogue—but how do we best approach interfaith dialogue?
January 31, 2019
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Where Are the Evangelicals?
This post is for reflection and discussion regarding the lack of participation of Evangelicals in inter-religious events and dialogue.
January 22, 2019
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Concerns on Our Ecumenical Trajectory
Is our Christian Unity to be found in Gospel or prudential political commitment?
December 18, 2018
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Why is Islam's 'incarnation' a challenge to the Incarnation?
"Word became Book" or "Word became Flesh" are two very important ideas. Both Islam and Christianity speak of something or someone "coming down." We will look at these and compare and contrast them.
November 9, 2018
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Zwemer and Glenny's God-sized Vision for Reaching Muslims
Samuel Zwemer, knowing full well the challenges of working "in the lands of the Mohammedans" as he called them, minced no words as to why his Reformed roots of 'salvation belongs to the Lord' was his motive, means, and message.
November 2, 2018
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Faith Groups in Canada Unite Their Voices About Rohingya Crisis
On November 2, 2018, faith groups across Canada -- including the Christian Reformed Church in North America -- united their voices in an appeal to the people of Myanmar to "seek justice and reconciliation."
September 26, 2018
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Grants to Help Canadian Congregations Work with Neighboring Churches
The CRCNA wants to support the ecumenical ministry of Canadian congregations by offering small grants to be used for events, gatherings, community services and worship opportunities that bring together churches from a variety of backgrounds.
September 6, 2018
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Canadian Council of Churches Principles of Peace
Recently, the Canadian Council of Churches (CCC) adopted a Principles of Peace document that you might find useful. The CCC is an ecumenical body that represents 25 denominations of Anglican, Evangelical, Free Church, Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox, Protestant, and Catholic traditions, including the Christian Reformed Church in North America. Together the CCC represents more than 85% of the Christians in Canada.
July 23, 2018
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The Interfaith Theology of Lesslie Newbigin
Some reflections on Lesslie Newbigin's approach to people of other faith traditions.
July 19, 2018
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Trinity or Tawhid? The difference between Christianity and Islam to a 'T'
Two words, no longer than seven letters long, tell all about Christianity and Islam. Keith Small and Andy Bannister in lectures at BeThinking.org help their audience to see the practical consequences of either the doctrine of Tawhid or the Trinity.
May 29, 2018
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an annual ecumenical celebration. Here are a few tips to help you commemorate this occasion as an individual or with your congregation!