This deeper exploration seeks to unravel these layers and question how the balance between the two forms of jihad has shifted across different historical and ideological landscapes.
By Dr. Tim Orr
Imagine two nations, each claiming the mantle of Islamic leadership in the Middle East yet moving in polar opposite directions. On one side is Iran, where the legacy of the 1979 revolution still dictates every aspect of life, embedding religious law into politics, economics, and personal
This is the gospel—breathtaking, life-giving, and overflowing with radiant hope. It is not simply good news; it is the best news. A story so stunning and transformative that it draws you into its very heartbeat.
By Dr. Tim Orr
In this story, I am sharing a moment that tested my faith and reaffirmed my understanding of grace—a moment that unfolded in a courtroom where justice, loss, and mercy collided in unexpected ways. Eight years ago, a man named Anthony killed my brother in a
Today, I write to share my heart, my grief, and my plea for accountability as I prepare to speak at a parole hearing. The hearing will determine whether Anthony Sheehy, the man who killed my brother, Shannon, in a drunk driving accident, will be released from prison four years early.
To better understand what shapes my writing, I want to share the five primary sources of inspiration behind my posts: my background, education, experiences, Christian worldview, and current events and trends.
This article delves into the intricate beliefs and historical contexts that define Palestine for Jews, Christians, and Muslims, drawing on the works of esteemed scholars.
Andy Bannister's analysis offers an alternative perspective, suggesting that the Qur'an can be better understood through the Oral-Formulaic Theory (OLT).
By Dr. Tim Orr
In the intricate tapestry of religious narratives, the story of Adam holds a foundational place in both Islamic and Christian traditions. Scholar Andy Bannister delves deep into these narratives, uncovering their profound impact on Muslims' and Christians' theological frameworks and worldviews. Bannister’s exploration
ran is home to a deeply complex, diverse society with layers of identity that extend far beyond state politics. Iranians are culturally Persian, religiously diverse within Shia Islam, and have long engaged with Western ideas and values.
This analysis goes beyond surface-level understandings of Hamas as simply a political actor, framing the group within the rich and often fraught theological tradition of Islamism—a perspective critical for fully grasping the role Hamas plays in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.
This deeper exploration seeks to unravel these layers and question how the balance between the two forms of jihad has shifted across different historical and ideological landscapes.
This article is not merely a defense of Israel; it explores the deeper truths underpinning the Jewish state's existence, resilience, and role in historical and contemporary global dynamics.