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Loading... God's Rivals: Why Has God Allowed Different Religions? Insights from the…by Gerald R. McDermott
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In the providence of God, why are there other religions? Was the God of the Bible wise in allowing for them? Can they serve any purpose?
Gerald A. McDermott explores reflection on teaching from the Old and New Testaments and from a number of key teachers from the early church to suggest an answer to this perplexing but intriguing question. In the end McDermott provides considerable insight into the troubling clash of world religions and offers a helpful Christian response.
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He starts with a chapter on “The Scandal of Particularity”, which only heightened my desire to delve into this conundrum. Why does God only speak to some people and cultures? Is the rest of his creation doomed to hell because of it?
Over all, the book is interesting and easy to read. The highlight of the book are the chapters on Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Clement, and Origen. McDermott’s knack for story-telling makes these old church fathers come alive. It’s good to learn their views on the question as well.
Unfortunately, when you get to the last chapter, all you’ll find is a summary of the preceding ones. (