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Paganistic False Views of God [93]
by Paul Johnson rated at 4.8 (3 votes so far)
This is chapter 8 of the book, God, which is the first book in the series, Epiphany Studies in the Scriptures, in which Paul Johnson writes about polytheism, coequality, and the trinity. He contends that the trinity is a heresy.
Analyzing James White's Trinity Definition [8:41]
by Sean Holbrook rated at 4.5 (5 votes so far)
Sean examines James White's definition of the trinity and concludes that his error occurs when White names a nature instead of a person. Although short, this video will help you see exactly why the Trinity model doesn't work. More YouTube videos by Sean Halbrook available here.
The Son Was Given Authority [2 pages]
by Shane Derry rated at 2.3 (8 votes so far)
Why was Jesus called Immanuel? Does that mean he is God with us or was he being called this name to remind the message that God was still with his people? Looking at other Hebrew names Shane mounts a convincing case for the second option.
Exposing the Christian Conspiracy [60 pages]
by Clarissa Neumer rated at 2.2 (9 votes so far)
If you are comfortable with Christian doctrine as it has been presented to you, then read no further. If you are mildly curious about the origins of Christian beliefs as they are traditionally held, you might continue reading. If you are confused by the illogic of commonly held dogma in main line Christianity, then this work was written to remove a large portion of that perplexity. I intend to address a major piece of the incongruity and contradiction promulgated throughout the centuries in one of the primary doctrines of Christianity, which is contrary to the scriptures of the Word of God.
The Most high and His Son [3 pages]
by Shane Derry rated at 1.0 (5 votes so far)
This article shows the differences scripturally between God and the Son of God. It shows and explains how they are completely separate people. This shows harmony with the verses of the Old and New Testaments without involving post Apostolic man-made creeds built on confusion and contradictions.
Critique of the Historical Godhead [48 pages]
by K. Michael Errington rated at 1.0 (5 votes so far)
Many consider the configuration of the Trinity to have occurred in the Apostolic Age despite the word having never occurred inside the scriptures, much less any basic outline articulated by any of its authors. What is compelling is that any church historian with an ounce of integrity will recognize the basic configuration of the Central Doctrine to have developed over the course of centuries through ecumenical councils. More profound is the idea that eternal salvation rests on belief in this mysterious formula. The aim here is reduce the mysteriousness of the Central Doctrine’s development by uncovering decisions made by these ecumenical councils. History has a story to tell and if we look close enough more wonder should follow. There were 178 ecumenical councils between 263 and 431 A.D., yet the Catholic Church recognizes only 3 of these. The intention of this paper is to identify the historical development of the Central Doctrine and pinpoint the work that was overlooked at the Reformation.
books
These books, written by people from diverse backgrounds, express the simple truth that God is one. Some of them are more scholary while others are more autobiographical. In addition, a few of them are available to read online. If you would like more in depth treatment of christian monotheism, these books are the next step to take. Note: if you know of other books, not listed here, please leave us feedback.