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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 854 min read
Which Came First? The Bible or the Church? Understanding Christianity Before the Canonization of Scripture
I. Introduction 1. Purpose of the Study Christianity’s foundational texts, revered as Scripture today, emerged from a dynamic...
Wesley Jacob
Jan 330 min read
When Depression Meets God: A Theological, Existential, and Neuroscientific Exploration of Ecclesiastes
This paper explores the theological insights of Ecclesiastes as a framework for understanding depression and emotional regulation,...
Wesley Jacob
Dec 30, 202413 min read
The New Year: A Theological Reflection on Renewal, Purpose, and Cosmic Perspectives
This paper integrates theological reflection, philosophical inquiry, and the latest developments in astrophysics to explore the New Year...
Wesley Jacob
Dec 27, 20248 min read
Discovery of Antihyperhelium-4 at CERN: Implications for Antimatter Physics, the Baryon Asymmetry Problem, and Biblical Creationism
The recent discovery of antihyperhelium-4 at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) marks a pivotal achievement in particle physics,...
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 11, 20247 min read
Amplifying the Unheard: A Critical Examination of Woke Ideology Through the Lens of Postmodern and Theological Critiques
Woke ideology, emerging from the intersection of postmodernism and contemporary identity politics, has become a dominant cultural force...
Wesley Jacob
Dec 6, 20248 min read
Cosmic Genesis: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of James Webb Space Telescope Discoveries in Astrophysics and Theology
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has transformed our understanding of the cosmos by revealing galaxies formed within hundreds of...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 29, 20249 min read
Theological Absolutes, Postmodernism, and Astrophysics: Reconciling Cosmic Perspectives and Divine Revelation
Contextualizing 2 Timothy 4:1–8 in a Postmodern and Cosmological Framework Paul’s exhortation in 2 Timothy 4:1–8 to “preach the Word”...
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 26, 202410 min read
The Shepherd of Hermas: Patristic Hybridity, Subaltern Marginality, and Christological Silence
Abstract Emerging from the socio-political complexities of second-century Rome, The Shepherd of Hermas serves as a profound...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 19, 20247 min read
A Theological and Astrophysical Critique: Irreversible Gender-Affirming Surgeries and Puberty Blockers in the Light of Divine Order and Cosmic Laws
Abstract This paper examines the theological, ethical, and scientific dimensions of irreversible gender-affirming surgeries and puberty...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 18, 20247 min read
The Evolution of Biological Macromolecules and the Cosmos: A Theological and Scientific Symphony
Introduction: An Interdisciplinary Convergence of Knowledge The intricate architecture of creation is a symphony where the physical,...
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
Nov 16, 202410 min read
The Wesleyan Revival: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of Holiness, Grace, and Modern Intellectual Paradigms
Abstract The Wesleyan revival, characterized by its emphasis on scriptural holiness and transformative grace, stands as a profound moment...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 14, 202411 min read
Personnel is Policy: Theological, Ethical, and Cosmological Dimensions of Institutional Governance
Introducti on The assertion that “Personnel is Policy” transcends the administrative dictum often cited in political and corporate...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 12, 202410 min read
Kerygma and Myth: Dialectic of the Sacred—An Assessment of Heidegger and Bultmann
Introduction: Interrogating Kerygma, Myth, and Hermeneutical Authenticity The intersection of kerygma (the core proclamation of the...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 12, 202412 min read
Jacques Derrida: Religion and Questions of Faith in the Resurgence of World Religions Amid Postmodernity’s Rise
Derrida and the Postmodern Condition Jacques Derrida’s philosophy, particularly his deconstructionist framework, stands as a significant...
Wesley Jacob
Nov 11, 20249 min read
The Age of Enlightenment and Its Lasting Impact: Eighteenth-Century Rationalism and Twentieth-Century Theological and Philosophical Dialogue
Introduction: The Enlightenment’s Intellectual Legacy The Enlightenment, or the “Age of Reason,” emerged in the eighteenth century as a...
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