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an astrophysicist’s quest for
authentic christianity and patristic credibility
In this blog, I endeavor to articulate the essential purpose of establishing a coherent worldview capable of addressing four fundamental questions of life: origin, meaning, morality, and destiny. Such a worldview must provide a robust apologetic that withstands the most rigorous critiques from philosophy, theology, science, astrophysics, and other academic disciplines. Regardless of whether one's worldview is rooted in Judeo-Christian, Islamic, or pantheistic traditions, the claims made in response to these questions must correspond to objective reality and exhibit logical coherence.


Wesley Jacob
Jan 2654 min read
Progressive Christianity versus Patristic Orthodoxy and the Contemporary United Methodist Church
I. Introduction 1. Theological Scope and Focus Progressive Christianity and Patristic Orthodoxy represent two divergent trajectories...


Wesley Jacob
Jan 2044 min read
From Persecution to Primacy: How Rome Became the Epicenter of Christianity
The transformation of Christianity from a persecuted sect within the Roman Empire to its dominant religious institution is one of the...


Wesley Jacob
Dec 20, 202411 min read
Logos Christology and Worship: A Theological and Liturgical Synthesis for Contemporary Ecclesial Renewal
This paper explores the intersection of Logos Christology and worship, a theological dialogue that holds significant implications for the...


Wesley Jacob
Dec 18, 202410 min read
Eternity Steps Into Time: The Profound Theology of Isaiah 9:6 and the Incarnation
Isaiah 9:6 encapsulates one of the most profound mysteries of Christian theology: “For to us a child is born, to us a Son is given.” This...


Wesley Jacob
Dec 17, 202412 min read
The Shepherd of Hermas and the Wesleyan Revival for Contemporary Ecclesial Renewal: A Comparative and Contextual Analysis of Sanctification, Repentance, and Communal Holiness
Abstract This study offers a robust, interdisciplinary analysis of The Shepherd of Hermas , a seminal text in patristic theology, and...


Wesley Jacob
Dec 5, 202413 min read
Into the Dark with God: The Incarnation as Ultimate Divine Solidarity and Eschatological Resolution
The Doctrine of the Incarnation: A Metaphysical and Salvific Pivot The doctrine of the incarnation, encapsulated in Logos sarx egeneto —...


Wesley Jacob
Nov 28, 20246 min read
The Wesleyan Revival in Dialogue with Patristic and Medieval Theology: A Scholarly Analysis
The Wesleyan revival, catalyzed by John and Charles Wesley, cannot be fully appreciated without situating its theological contributions...


Wesley Jacob
Nov 28, 20245 min read
John Wesley and the United Methodist Church Today: A Theological Divide
John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, was a theologian of profound conviction, rooted in a commitment to scriptural holiness, personal...


Wesley Jacob
Nov 18, 20245 min read
The Wesleyan Heritage and Contemporary Challenges: A Theological Reflection
Introduction John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, rooted his theology and ministry in the principles of scriptural holiness, personal...


Wesley Jacob
Oct 12, 202411 min read
The British Imperial Raj: Colonization and Christianization of India
The colonization of India by the British Empire, known as the British Raj (1858–1947), constitutes a pivotal juncture in global history,...


Wesley Jacob
Oct 11, 20244 min read
Marcus Aurelius: Plato’s Stoic Philosopher Emperor
Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor from 161 to 180 CE, occupies a singular position in the annals of philosophy and political governance....


Wesley Jacob
Oct 11, 20247 min read
The Shepherd of Hermas: The Subaltern Embryonic in Ante-Nicene Patristics
The Shepherd of Hermas , an early Christian literary work, occupies a unique space in the canon of Ante-Nicene patristic writings. Its...


Wesley Jacob
Oct 10, 20247 min read
The Theological Synthesis and Imaginative Legacy of C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, and J.R.R. Tolkien: A Comparative Analysis of Their Contributions to Christian Thought and Literary Theology
The theological and imaginative works of C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, and J.R.R. Tolkien represent a unique synthesis of Christian...


Wesley Jacob
Jun 18, 20205 min read
Theological Rationality and Cosmic Revelation: An Advanced Apologetic Examination
The case for Christianity is strong and convincing. Studying the arguments in favor of Christianity with an open mind can be a faith-buildin

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Wesley Jacob
Jun 17, 202014 min read
Christianity and Rationality: A Reappraisal of the Interplay between Faith, Reason, and Modern Discoveries [Part II]
Jesus followed their answer with two additional questions that lead the honest listener to that realization.

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Wesley Jacob
Jun 14, 20208 min read
Christianity and Rationality: A Reappraisal of the Interplay between Faith, Reason, and Modern Discoveries [Part I]
Atheists are big on insisting that truth may be known, arrived at logically, and sustained by evidence.

Wesley Jacob
Jun 6, 20205 min read
Revising Christian Worship in the Light of Contemporary Ecclesiology and Cosmology: Toward a Theology of Reverence and Holiness
The question of how Christian worship should be conducted has long been a central concern for the Church. This debate, however, has...


Wesley Jacob
Apr 10, 20206 min read
Methodist Theology of Baptism: An Elevated Discourse
We must be ingrafted into this vine by faith — we must enter into a living, vital, and salvific relationship with Him.


Wesley Jacob
Apr 9, 20206 min read
Cosmic Treachery: A Scholarly Theological Analysis of Double Imputation
Calling sin “making poor choices” is true, but it is also a euphemism that can discount the severity of the action.


Wesley Jacob
Apr 6, 20206 min read
The Deconstruction of Truth: A Theological and Philosophical Critique
The Christian tradition understands truth as established by God and revealed through the self-revelation of God in Scripture.
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