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Originally Posted by PaulM
Because the Gospel record has been inbued with divine authority and having such can only be historically substantiated through outside sources. Therefore I stated that "by 'secular history' I mean documentation outside of the generally accepted New Testament accounts."
I never said that. As well, I never said that God could not resurrect anyone. I did, however, state that God's resurrecting Jesus is accepted as an article of faith. Acceptance, on faith, of the resurrection is a condition of salvation if you are a Christian.
big difference.
Dark chocolate is much better... I gotta agree... mmmmmmm  |
I don’t really see your point, but no matter. There are other non-canonized gospels which offer the same testimony. The gospel of Mary comes to mind.
As a scientist I look at my Christianity differently. I have no problem analyzing the substantiated facts and coming up with, to me anyway, the obvious conclusion that Christ was an historical figure, and important philosopher, as well as the Son of God.
Chocolate, beer and women are all best when dark, complex and a wee bit bitter.