It's Not About Me
About the Book
In response to many requests, the second and updated edition which scrutinizes and challenges much religious dogma to expose fact from fiction such as: Jesus Christ was crucified on a Wednesday and not Friday in the Jewish month of Nisan of the year 31 CE, and the Christ was born into this world in the month of September of the year 3 BCE and not the traditional Christmas day of December 25.
After the destruction of the World Trade Center by Muslim extremists in 2001, Anthonie studied Islam to identify the reasons for this deplorable event. He subsequently discovered numerous contradictions and misinformation in Islam as well as other faiths. While writing about this and his own Christian faith, Anthonie’s exploratory journey shows the Biblical truth and exposes the misinformation from prominent atheists and theists who proclaim a pagan Christ. Moreover, he shows that each person should critically examine their beliefs as well as the blind assumptions that were given to them in childhood.
Readers' Commentary & Reviews
“Anthonie den Boef’s ‘It’s Not About Me!’ is an engaging and detailed objective review of much evidence that informs and supports his worldview. Appropriately subtitled ‘An exploration of my faith in the one true Creator’, he bravely delves into a broad variety of subject material which he carefully and thoroughly analyzes and inspects his faith in the light thereof. This is no simple ‘blind faith’ exercise but a diligent and rigorous undertaking reminding me of the Bereans’ pursuit of truth. His exercise becomes transitive as it draws us into re-examining our own faith, our own belief system, and ensuring we are not embracing inconsistent or incompatible beliefs. As ‘iron sharpens iron’ this one person’s exploration will sharpen the minds of many others.”
- John Frame, BC, Canada, 2020
“Anthonie's extensive professional experience in exposing truth and falsehood through rigorous analysis is clearly demonstrated in this book.”
- Butts Giraud, Canada, 2020
“It can be common for many people around the world to believe in GOD or in some cases a god or in some cases more than one god. Have you ever had questions about your faith or other religions? I’m betting that you have. This book is a wealth of knowledge which puts together the answers to many questions that have crossed the minds of people and at one time or another.
“The author, a Christian, comes to us with an analytical background from the world of corporate finance. He takes a very critical position as he analyzes faith and religion - his subject in this book. The book serves people who currently attend a Christian church as well as those who at one time attended or those who never crossed the threshold of such a building. Regardless of your background this is a must read.
“The contents are exceptional for those in a book club as well as for those who choose to read alone.”
- Al Lind, Qualicum Beach, BC, 2020
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction
The Logical Conclusion for a Creator
The Necessity of Faith
The Limitations Of Science
The Problems of Evolution
About Genesis and Genes
God and Suffering
The Idea of God as the Creator
Free Will
Suffering From Free Will
Intervention by our Sovereign Creator
God Revealed and Historical Evidence for Jesus Christ
Introduction
Birth of Jesus Christ
Date of Jesus’ Birth
Death from Crucifixion
Crucifixion Day
Crucifixion Hour
Jesus Certified Dead
The Empty Burial Tomb and the Resurrection
Archaeology and Manuscript Explosion
Martyrdom of Followers
Hidden Truths in the Bible
New Testament Reliability
The Trinity
The Limitations of Jesus
Wine or Grape Juice?
Biblical Standards of Moral Conduct
Mercy Killing, Suicide, and Euthanasia
Homosexuality
Foundation For Salvation
Christian Faith
Achieving Salvation
Life After Death
Soul Sleep Fact or Fiction?
The Godless “Brights”
Richard Dawkins and the God Delusion
Christopher Hitchens and God is not Great
Antony Flew
The Pagan Christ and Other Myths
Introduction to Other Religions & Faiths
Islam
Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism
Spurious ‘Christian’ Faiths
Jehovah’s Witness (Watch Tower Bible Tract Society)
Mormon (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
Christian Science (The Church of Christ, Scientist)
Church of Scientology
Post Renaissance Gnosticism and Conclusions
Erroneous Christian Doctrines
Epilogue
Table of Figures
Appendix Section
Recommended Resources
Other Books by Author