Alpha and Omega Ministries

About Debating Certain Roman Catholic Apologists

James White, April 29, 1998, Roman Catholicism

Because we have done so many debates against leading Roman Catholic apologists over the past decade, we are often asked a rather simple question: why haven’t you debated such-and-such a person? Most of the time, we are asked why we don’t offer debates with Scott Hahn or Karl Keating. Some are just wondering if we have in fact debated these

Brother John Mary Disqualified from Debate

James White, January 14, 1998, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism

Brother John Mary has disqualified himself from the debate on the subject of the Church of A.D. 325. He has broken every possible rule of scholarly debate, including blatant ad-hominem argumentation and egregious violation of the topic parameters. On any scholastic level, this debate is over, as my opponent has demonstrated a complete inability to behave in a civilized, let

Ministry Update

James White, January 1, 1998, Misc

From the Keyboard of James White…. I know, I know, it’s been forever. It’s not like I haven’t been busy, though! Allow me a few moments to get everyone up to speed on happening with Alpha and Omega Ministries. First and foremost, I’m not alone here anymore! That is, as of January 5th, Richard Pierce, our long-time, faithful President, has come on the staff

The Papacy Debate Online

James White, September 20, 1997, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism

Log of Online Debate between Orthopodeo (James White) and KCC1TIM (Tim R.) from September 20, 1997 The “debate” began with a rather partisan prayer: JPIPMPKP: Dear and precious Jesus, sweet and Blessed mother, we call upon you to listen to us. PPascuzzi: Amen Michl3282: AMen TJ in MD: I live in PG county, JPIP OS Matthew: amen Sherimar: hear

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The Peter Syndrome – Roman Catholic Writers See Papal Supremacy Behind Every Bush, or In Every Early Father

James White, April 10, 1997, Roman Catholicism

An Initial Review of Some Problems in the Newly Published Book, Jesus, Peter & the Keys By Scott Butler, Norman Dahlgren, and David Hess It has been a long time coming. I’ve been hearing about this book for quite literally years. It finally made its appearance at the end of 1996, to the cheers of such individuals as Dr. Scott

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Of Athanasius and Infallibility

James White, January 18, 1997, Roman Catholicism

The complaint is always the same: you never have enough time to say what you want to say in an oral debate, and you never have enough space to write what you want to write in a written one. I’m sure both Douglas Jones and Patrick Madrid wish they had more space to dedicate to the topic of sola scriptura

An Open Letter To Tim Staples

James White, November 19, 1996, Roman Catholicism

TO: Tim Staples, St. Joseph Catholic Radio FROM: James White, Alpha and Omega Ministries RE: The Debate in Review: An Open Letter to Tim Staples Dear Tim: It’s truly amazing what a good 40+ mile bike ride will do for you. It was great to get back home, see my wife and kids, pick up my bike from the shop

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Texe Marrs Demonstrates Yet Once Again That Facts and Logic Means Nothing When A Conspiracy Is At Stake

James White, September 1, 1996, King James Onlyism

Some people don’t seem to mind looking silly. Comics will often employ absurdity as an agent of humor in their routines. But when a person claims to be a minister of the gospel, and yet engages in the most egregiously ridiculous thinking and arguing, something is seriously wrong. Texe Marrs has gained quite a reputation for himself over the years.

New Age Bible Versions Refuted

James White, September 1, 1996, King James Onlyism

Some Words About the Following Information: The following materials represent our best effort to convert what was originally a printed booklet into html format so that this information, so often sought by people throughout the land, and in fact, the world, can be more readily available. The booklet, New Age Bible Versions Refuted, was, at last printing, 54 pages long.

Fatally Flawed Reviewing

James White, November 1, 1994, Roman Catholicism

A Response to James Akin’s article in the July, 1993 This Rock entitled “Fatally Flawed Thinking” The Fatal Flaw was first printed in 1990. As soon as the first copies arrived at our offices, I packaged up a copy and sent it off to Karl Keating of Catholic Answers. I assumed that since Catholic Answers advertises itself as the leading

Does The Bible Teach Sola Scriptura?

James White, September 28, 1993, Roman Catholicism

JW: OPENING STATEMENT (20 minutes). Good evening, it’s good to be with you. I’m very thankful to the church for allowing us to be here. I need to thank all of you San Diegans. I understand there’s a big push on to make this a very friendly city. And I think it’s very friendly of you to bring in Phoenix

The Gates of Hell – Samplings From The Old Mormon Echo

James White, May 22, 1993, Mormonism

Msg#: 63 Date: 05-22-93 10:55 From: James White Read: No Replied: No To: All Mark: Subj: Nibley Article #1 ——————————————————————————– To All Participants: Since Elden Watson wishes to dispute some of my statements in an article that appeared in Pros Apologian, our theological journal, I am here providing the text of the article in question. The Church of Jesus

Granville Sharp’s Rule

James White, January 1, 1991, General Apologetics, Jehovah's Witnesses

Titus 2:13 and 2 Peter 1:1 This information sheet is divided into two sections. The first is a brief, basic discussion of what is known as “Granville Sharp’s Rule.” This rule is very important in translating and understanding Titus 2:13 and 2 Peter 1:1 (as well as other passages), and as these passages bear directly on the discussion of the

What is Your Authority?

James White, January 1, 1991, Mormonism

The following was first published around 1991 in tract form. An examination of the Mormon Priesthoods in the light of God’s Word, the Bible. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints claims to be the only true church on earth today.1 They also claim to hold the only true priesthood authority.2 Supposedly the Aaronic priesthood was conferred on Joseph Smith

But it IS Translated Correctly

James White, March 18, 1990, Mormonism

The following was first published around 1990 in tract form. An Examination of Common LDS Beliefs About the Bible “We believe the Bible to be the word of God as far as it is translated correctly; we also believe the Book of Mormon to be the word of God.” So says the 8th Article of Faith of the Church of Jesus

Purpose and Meaning of “Ego Eimi” in the Gospel of John

James White, January 1, 1990, General Apologetics, Jehovah's Witnesses

The following information sheet was first published around 1990. Purpose and Meaning of “Ego Eimi” in the Gospel of John In Reference to the Deity of Christ The Gospel of John has come under great fire in recent centuries for its incredibly high Christology. On this basis alone certain form-critics have rejected the book as having any historical authenticity whatsoever,

Foreknowledge – Its New Testament Meaning

James White, October 1, 1989, Uncategorized

The following article was originally published in the October 1989 issue of The Dividing Line Theological Journal. The article is presented in its entirety as it was originally published. “Foreknowledge”Its New Testament MeaningJames White “For whom He did foreknow, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He might be the firstborn of many

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The Early Canon Process of the New Testament

James White, October 1, 1989, Church History, General Apologetics, Theology Matters

The following article was originally published in the October 1989 issue of The Dividing Line Theological Journal. The article is presented in its entirety as it was published. The Early Canon Process of the New Testament James White The traditional Protestant concept of Scripture is difficult to extract from the concept of canon, so closely are the two connected in

Germans, JW’s and John 1:1

James White, January 18, 1989, General Apologetics, Roman Catholicism

It is difficult to imagine making it through any conversation with one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on the subject of the Deity of Christ without having to tackle John 1.1, and the infamous “translation” (I use the term very lightly) found in their New World Translation, “In beginning the Word was, and the Word was with God, and the Word

The Trinity, the Definition of Chalcedon, and Oneness Theology

James White, April 29, 1988, Oneness Pentecostalism

I. Introduction The doctrine of the Trinity requires a balanced view of Scripture. That is, since the doctrine itself is derived from more than one stream of evidence, it requires that all the evidence be weighed and given authority. If any of the foundational pillars of the doctrine (monotheism, the deity of Christ, the person of the Holy Spirit, etc.)

100 Verses for Witnessing to Mormons

James White, February 1, 1988, Mormonism

“The word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12 KJV). The ability to utilize the Word of God accurately and correctly in the witnessing situation

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Theotetos: Meaning at Colossians 2:9

James White, January 1, 1988, General Apologetics, Jehovah's Witnesses, Theology Matters

THEOTETOS: MEANING AT COLOSSIANS 2:9 There really are no translational difficulties presented by Colossians 2:9. There are no textual variants to worry about, and the meanings of the various words are pretty clear. However, two of the words, theotetos and somatikos do need further elaboration. The Greek of the passage reads as follows: hoti en auto katoikei pan to pleroma

The Hall of Shame

James White, December 11, 1987, Atheism

Below I deal with a few classic examples of the kind of errors made by McKinsey in BE over the years. This is by no means anywhere near an exhaustive list – just a few (to use his own words) imbroglios he has managed to get himself into in his attack upon God’s Word. In the December 1983 issue of

Answering Common Questions and Objections Part 2

James White, December 11, 1987, Atheism

8. How can Exodus 33:20 and John 1:18 (both stating that no one can see God) be reconciled with Genesis 32:30 and Exodus 33:11 which say that men have seen God? Answer to Question #8: Seeing God. Using John 1:18 to demonstrate the Deity of Christ has been a long tradition in apologetics. There is indeed a contradiction here if

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PROTOTOKOS (“Firstborn”): Its Meaning and Usage In the New Testament

James White, January 1, 1986, General Apologetics, Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormonism, Theology Matters

PROTOTOKOS (“Firstborn”): Its Meaning and Usage In the New Testament The Apostle Paul left us two great passages expressing his teaching concerning the person of Christ in His pre-incarnate state: Philippians 2:5-7 and Colossians 1:15-17. It is interesting that both passages provide quite a challenge to the translator, though their meaning undoubtedly was clear to their original audiences. In the Colossians passage,

Son of God, Lord of Glory – The Biblical Doctrine of the Deity of Christ

James White, July 1, 1985, General Apologetics, Jehovah's Witnesses, Oneness Pentecostalism

Please Note: This outline goes with our audio, “Son of God, Lord of Glory,” available on Sermon Audio I. Introduction A. Need for this study 1. Historic Importance of the Deity of Christ 2. Modern attacks B. Bible based – no apologies C. There is one God 1. Biblical view 2. Jesus not a “god-like” one – Is. 46:9, Psalm

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Is Jesus Yahweh?

James White, January 1, 1985, Jehovah's Witnesses

The following article was originally an information sheet that we began distributing around 1985 . IS JESUS YAHWEH? James White The name Yahweh (or Jehovah) appears nearly 7,000 times in the Old Testament. Most English translations render the Hebrew name for God as LORD, while some (like the New Jerusalem Bible and Rotherham’s Emphasized Bible) use “Yahweh”and others (like the American

Three Levels of Heaven?

James White, January 1, 1985, Mormonism

The following article was originally an information sheet that we began distributing around 1985 . The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints teaches that there are three levels of heaven: the celestial (the highest), the terrestrial (the middle), and the telestial (the lowest). The clearest teaching concerning this is found in section 76 of the Doctrine and Covenants. Mormons refer

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John 1:1 Meaning and Translation

James White, January 1, 1985, Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormonism

The following article was originally an information sheet that we began distributing around 1985 . John 1:1 – Meaning and Translation James White (This information sheet is divided into two sections – the first explores the meaning of John 1:1, and the second addresses the more technical subject of the correct translation of the verse. The second portion will be of

17 Points of the True Church

James White, January 1, 1985, Mormonism

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints prints a small card that is normally entitled “Seventeen points of the True Church.” At times the front of the card will read “Does it meet the Test?” Whatever the form, many Christians have been handed this card. What of its claims? Are the 17 listed points true? Do the claims made

What the Mormon Church Teaches about Jesus Christ

James White, March 1, 1984, Mormonism

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, also known as the Mormon Church, speaks often of Jesus Christ. To most people it would seem that Mormonism is just another Christian denomination that teaches Jesus Christ. Is that true? What do the Mormons really teach about Jesus? Following is a list of some of the major points about Jesus as

About Debating Certain Roman Catholic Apologists

Brother John Mary Disqualified from Debate

Ministry Update

The Papacy Debate Online

The Peter Syndrome – Roman Catholic Writers See Papal Supremacy Behind Every Bush, or In Every Early Father

Of Athanasius and Infallibility

An Open Letter To Tim Staples

Texe Marrs Demonstrates Yet Once Again That Facts and Logic Means Nothing When A Conspiracy Is At Stake

New Age Bible Versions Refuted

Fatally Flawed Reviewing

Does The Bible Teach Sola Scriptura?

The Gates of Hell – Samplings From The Old Mormon Echo

Granville Sharp’s Rule

What is Your Authority?

But it IS Translated Correctly

Purpose and Meaning of “Ego Eimi” in the Gospel of John

Foreknowledge – Its New Testament Meaning

The Early Canon Process of the New Testament

Germans, JW’s and John 1:1

The Trinity, the Definition of Chalcedon, and Oneness Theology

100 Verses for Witnessing to Mormons

Theotetos: Meaning at Colossians 2:9

The Hall of Shame

Answering Common Questions and Objections Part 2

PROTOTOKOS (“Firstborn”): Its Meaning and Usage In the New Testament

Son of God, Lord of Glory – The Biblical Doctrine of the Deity of Christ

Is Jesus Yahweh?

Three Levels of Heaven?

John 1:1 Meaning and Translation

17 Points of the True Church

What the Mormon Church Teaches about Jesus Christ

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