Philosophy and Theology

  • Understanding Plato’s Tripartite Division of the Soul

    A Guide to Self Reflection Plato, one of the most influential philosophers in history, offered groundbreaking insights into the human condition. Among his most fascinating contributions is the tripartite division of the soul, a concept that explains our internal motivations through three distinct parts: the rational, spirited, and appetitive. In this guide, we’ll explore what…

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  • Why You Should Read Plato’s Republic

    Timeless Lessons in Philosophy and Life Alfred North Whitehead famously described Western philosophy as “a footnote to Plato.” While this may seem like an exaggeration, The Republic, one of Plato’s most influential works, solidifies the validity of that claim. As a cornerstone of philosophical inquiry, it delves into questions of ethics, justice, politics, and the…

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  • Wrestling with Evil and Suffering

    Christianity for All Part 4 Finale In today’s session of Christianity for All, I discuss the challenge from evil and suffering. The problem of evil is one of the most prominent challenge to Christianity, both from a theoretical and pastoral perspective. Attached to this blog post are the speakers notes, powerpoints, and video of the…

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  • Introduction to Apologetics

    Christianity for All Part 3—Why God Exists This morning, I had the great privilege to continue my four-part series, Christianity for All, at one of the main English speaking churches in Hong Kong, Union Church. I would like to thank the team at Union Church for giving me the opportunity to talk and share about…

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  • What Makes Christianity Special?

    Christianity for All: Part One Talk This morning, I had the great privilege to give a talk at one of the main English speaking churches in Hong Kong, Union Church. I would like to thank the team at Union Church for giving me the opportunity to talk and share about a topic I care about…

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  • 19th Century Theology: The Rise of Secularism

    Introducing my most recent article for An Unexpected Journal Recently, I had the great privilege to continue working with An Unexpected Journal with their latest journal on Modernity. Having worked with them in the past on their Dostoevsky edition, I was greatly excited to share my recent interest in 19th century theology with their audience.…

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  • Justification by Faith: An Analysis

    Examining Protestant and Catholic Perspectives In the complex landscape of Christian theology, the concept of justification stands as a pivotal point of discussion, particularly between Protestant and Catholic interpretations. This blog post seeks to unpack these views, providing you with a jumping board to do your own research. For an more in-depth analysis, go check…

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  • Examining the Doctrine of Sola Scriptura

    Explore the complex theological debate around Sola Scriptura, its origins, and why it’s considered self-defeating in this detailed analysis. Uncover insights from a Protestant-turned-Catholic scholar on scripture authority.

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  • The Dangers of Homophobia In the Church

    In the latest installment of our series on the biggest dangers facing the church today, I find myself navigating the turbulent waters of a topic close to my heart—homophobia within the church. Before you jump to conclusions, let me be clear: this isn’t about altering fundamental beliefs or doctrines but shining a light on the…

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