Works by David Holden, available through Aletheia Publishing:
Box 641, Albany Creek 4035, Australia.
ALETHEIA is the Greek word for 'truth'. The New Testament was originally written in koine (pronounced koinae) Greek. This Greek predates Classical Greek, and was used by the common people. The word 'aletheia' has survived through the centuries and is used by Greeks today.
"...the truth shall set you free" (John 8:32).
"Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth." (John 17:17).
DEFENCE OF THE FAITH is the electronic (web page) arm of Aletheia Publishing.
This is a non-profit ministry dedicated to a clear presentation of the Christian faith.
DAVID HOLDEN completed writing "God's Witness to Himself" in 1990. He started Aletheia Publishing in 1992 and publically launched defenceofthefaith.org in January 2006.
For more information on David Holden and the latest news - (Last update: 21 February 2010 ), click on David.htm
Papers:
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New Paper: "The Objective Evidence For The Christian Faith. This paper is a revision of a previous paper titled, "The Objectivity Of The Faith: A faifth with a firm foundation". In the area of doctrine, this is an important paper because it is foundational to the faith of all evangelical Christians. This is one of those 'must read' papers.
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Page 1. Exploring the basics of Christianity
Origins: How did I Get Here?
Just a Few Accidents: Click on Accidents.htm Printer friendly version (.pdf). Accidents.pdf
The Beginning of Everything: An Atheist talks to his son. Beginning.htm
A humorous look at the evolution of the monkey. Monkey.htm or printer friendly version
Monkey.pdf
The Mathematical Impossibility of the Theory of Evolution.
Maths.htm or Maths.pdf
Can the Theory of Evolution Survive the Attack of Science?
Attack.htm or Attack.pdf
How Can I Get Right With God?
Four Things You Need to Know. Four Things.htm
Do You Want Happiness? Happiness.htm
"The Objective Evidence For The Christian Faith" Objectivity.pdf
The Hindu, the Muslim and the Christian.
Three Faiths.pdf or
Three Faiths.htm
Page 2. Helpful Teaching
The Witness of Prophecy
Prophecy.pdf
"Hand of God", (22 pagaes) deals with the clear sovereign hand of God in major events in the Bible and the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Hand.pdf
God's Covenant With Abraham Abraham.pdf
The Kingdom of God Kingdom.pdf
God's Covenant With King David (Contains photo, size 650 kb) King David.htm
The prophet Jonah (two pages) Jonah.htm
A printer friendly version of "God's Covenant With King David" and "Jonah" are contained in the booklet "The Hand of God".
Joseph Joseph.pdf
The Love of God Love.pdf
All Israel Saved Israel.pdf
What Is Hell Like? Hell.pdf
The Inspiration and Authority of Scripture (10 pages) Scripture.pdf
Page 3. Refuting Error
Pentecostal Errors
Tongues In The Light of 1 Corinthians 14 Tongues.pdf
The Promise of Health and Wealth
Wealth.pdf
A Revelation of Hell? A critique of Mary Baxter's alleged trip to Hell and back. Critique.htm or
Critique.pdf
Who Are The Brisbane Christian Fellowship? This sect featured on the ABC programme, "4 Corners" (23/6/08). BCF 3ed.pdf
Now available in .htm version.
BCF3ed.htm
Other Errors
The King James Version Debate Translat.pdf
Conspiracy Theories. Do they make sense?
Conspiracies.htm
The International Bankers Conspiracy Theory
BankConsp.pdf
Murder at Port Arthur: Was it a Conspiracy? Murder.htm or Murder.pdf
Page 4. Other
The Earth. A look at its design. Earth.htm
Man Overboard: A lesson on faith. Faith.htm
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Article summaries
Some brief papers (less than two papers) are not summarised.
Page One Exploring the basics of Christianity
How Did I Get Here?
"Just A Few Accidents"
An Atheist gives an unconvincing explanation to his friend as to how air breathing animals developed from microbes. He is stumped when asked to explain how death came into the world. His Christian friend gives him the correct answer.
Just a Few Accidents: Click on Accidents.htm Printer friendly version (.pdf). Accidents.pdf
Uploaded on 01 April 2008.
"Can The Theory of Evolution Survive the Attack of Science?"
The theory of evolution would have us believe life came about because of an amazing accident. Some bits and pieces bumped into each other, and behold, life was formed. After more amazing accidents, various animals, birds, fish and even man came into existence. This paper shows that science is hostile to the above idea (15 pages). It contains some very recent scientific discoveries which deal a severe blow to the theory. This paper will be a helpful resource for those enquiring into the subject of origins.
The .htm version contains clickable links to information on other sites. Attack.htm or Attack.pdf
Uploaded on 02 November 2009, .htm version uploaded on 18 November. Updated on 09 December 2009.
"The Beginning of verything"
An Atheist tries to explain to his son the origins of the world and everything it contains. His son realises his explanation is not very convincing. Click on link to find out why. Beginning.pdf
Click on this link for fast .htm version of document with footnotes.
Beginning.htm
"The Evolution Of The Monkey"
A humorous look at the evolution of the monkey. Monkey.htm or printer friendly version Monkey.pdf
"The Mathematical Impossibility of the Theory of Evolution"
Of all the arguments exposing the failings of the theory of Evolution, I believe this is the most powerful. This paper shows that even a hypothetical simple form of life - a simple two hundred part system (which must be in the correct order) could not come together by accident anywher in the entire universe in 300 billion years (ten times the maximum range that the universe has been in existence according to the theory). The odds against this happenting is a figure with more than three hundred and seventy zeros. That number is huge. The number of electrons in the universe has been calculated by "Big Bang" cosmologists at one followed by eighty zeros.
To read this paper, click on the link. Maths.htm To download this paper in PDF format. click on pdf link (5 pages). One page of additional information was added in July 2007. Maths.pdf
The Maths.htm file has link to Universe.htm file which calculates in kilometres the maximum possible diameter of the universe using big bang theory assumptions.
Maths and Origins
Before looking at the above paper, consider the following:
0 + 0 = 0. That is, nothing plus nothing can only give nothing.
If there was nothing in the beginning, there would be nothing now.
Matter + 0 = matter. That is, matter plus nothing will simply leave you with matter.
Matter + energy = matter scattered all over the place. No sophisticated structure.
Matter + energy + intelligence to produce matter with an intelligent design.
God is the ultimate source of all matter, energy and information.
"Can The Theory of Evolution Survive The Attack of Science?". This paper (15 pages) reveals the many failings in the theory of evolution. Uploaded on 02 November 2009.
How Do I Get Right With God?
"Four Things You Need To Know "
Four spiritual laws of God you need to be aware of. This article is helpful if you are exploring Christianity.
Four Things.htm
Uploaded on 01 October 2006.
"Do You Want Happiness?"
In order to find happiness, it is important to discover how mankind lost it. To find out more, click on link happy
For printer friendly version (pdf file, 1 page), click on happy.pdf
"The Objective Evidence For The Christian Faith"
Christians not only have a subjective experience that tells them their faith is true (God dwells within them by His Spirit). They also have the objective testimony of history, a history which has many more witnesses than many of the major events in secular history which are important to us. This paper will replace a previous paper titled, "The Objectivity Of The Faith: A faith with a firm foundation". Many readers have been blessed by the previous paper, so I am sure this new paper will be of even greater help to many. Objectivity.pdf
"The Hindu, the Muslim and the Christian"
This paper tells a story of three men - A Hindu, a Muslim and a man who claims to be a Christian - who seek salvation through religious devotion. Click on link to discover the consequences of their actions. Addendum titled "The Consequences of Salvation by Faith" added and uploaded in July 2006 (5 pages).
Three Faiths.pdf
or Three Faiths.htm
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Page Two - Helpful Teaching
"The Witness of Prophecy"
God is not subject to time. He knows the past, the present and the future perfectly. God has revelealed to his prophets some amazing things. Find out more from this paper, click on link (5 pages).
Prophecy.pdf
"The Hand of God"
This booklet combines together several papers, namely:
"The Hindu, the Muslim and the Christian", "Jonah", "God's Covenant with King David", "God's Covenant with King David Regarding his Son" and finally, "The Baptism of the Holy Spirit".
The baptism of the Holy Spirit is best understood in light of the previous subjects dealt with in the booklet. This is a fresh look at a sometimes contentious subject. An important paper for those who want biblical answers This one large download (22 pages) will give you a lot of healpful reading. Uploaded on 01 March 2007
Hand.pdf
"God's Covenant With Abraham"
What does God's covenant with Abraham have to do with the promise of eternal life and the world to come? Are Gentile believers included in the covenant? Click on link to discover the answers (4 pages)
Abraham.pdf Uploaded on 01 August 2006.
"The Kingdom of God"
Jesus gave teaching on the Kingdom of God from the beginning, right through to the end of his public ministry on earth. To find out why this subject is important, click on link (4 pages).
Uploaded on 01 October 2006.
Kingdom.pdf
"God's Covenant With King David"
Discover from this paper the amazing way in which God guided the life of King David so that he would clearly point to Jesus Christ as the rightful heir to the throne. This paper presents a good example of the much neglected subject of typology. Click on link to find out more (five pages). For PDF version, see paper above titled "Hand of God". Uploaded on 01 November 2006
King David.htm
"The Prophet JONAH"
This paper at just two pages in length is a good starting point for those who want to take a quick look at the subject of typology.
See how a few dramatic days in the life of Jonah point to the life and work of Jesus Christ.
Uploaded on 01 February 2007.
Jonah.htm
"Joseph"
This paper (3 pages) will further enhance your understanding of the subject of typology and the sovereign hand of God in major events recorded in the Bible.
Uploaded on 01 April 2007
Joseph.pdf
"The Love of God"
The character and behaviour of God has profound implications for the whole of mankind. We can't clearly understand outselves without understanding our maker. This paper provides food for thought as to how we should live. Teachers should challenge the young people in particular with this subject. But good for up to 100+ as well.
The last page of this paper is a handy reference for the defence of the trinity.
Love.pdf
Uploaded on 02 May 2007
"All Israel Saved"
Some do not accept a plain reading of Romans chapter eleven. They believe the word 'Israel' really means the Church. This article shows that belief to be false from the immediate context, other passages of Scripture, respected Bible commentaries and recent historical events (four pages).
Uploaded on 01 November 2007
Israel.pdf
"What Is Hell Like?"
This is a subject that can stir up much debate. So is best to be well armed with answers. Many preachers have put the subject in the 'too hard basket'. However, it is a blessing to get a good grasp of this subject (five pages)
Uploaded on 01 February 2008
Hell.pdf
" The Inspiration and Authority of Scripture "
This paper tackles some of the false views which undermine respect for the Word of God, and offers a corrective (10 pages).
Scripture.pdf
Uploaded on 10 December 2008. Computer problems meant that a bad link went unnoticed for a few weeks. This problem fixed on 24 January 2009.
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Page Three - Refuting Error
Pentecostal Errors
"Tongues In The Light of 1 Corinthians 14"
The Corinthian Church had several problems, one being their use of unintelligible tongues in the worship service. What exactly was the problem and how did the apostle Paul handle it? Read this article (4 pages) to find out. Tongues.pdf
Uploaded on 01 July 2007
"The Baptism of the Holy Spirit"
This paper is now deleted because it is included in the booklet at the top of page 2 titled, "The Hand of God"
"The Promise of Health and Wealth "
This paper looks at the non-Christian origins of the claim that Christians will always achieve health and wealth, if only they have enough faith (6 pages).
Click on Wealth.pdf
Uploaded in 2006
"A Revelation of Hell?"
Mary K Baxter has written a book titled, "A Divine Revelation of Hell" in which she claims she was taken on a personally guided tour of Hell by Jesus. There is much evidence to show that the source of the story is very much human, not divine. Others have spun similar stories. Click on the link. Critique.htm For a PDF version of this file, (2 pages) click on Critique.pdf
"Who Are the Brisbane Christian Fellowship?"
The Brisbane Christian Fellowship, also known as BCF, is a Christian sect that has caused so much heartache in some Christian families that it eventually attracted the attention of the secular media.
The ABC programme Four Corners aired a documentary on this exclusive group on 23/6/08 detailing some of the damaging influence by this group upon family relationships.
This sect (many prefer to label it a cult) believes that those who fail to join them in their doctrines and practices will perish in the great tribulation of the world.
This paper exposes the false doctrines being promoted through their book Unto Perfection and gives a biblical response. It also reveals some of the troubling history of the sect. The first two editions of this paper came out in 1993. A much need 3rd edition came out fifteen years later on 01 September 2008. A couple of photos and additional comments were added on 05 October 2008. This booklet is esential reading for those who have friends or relatives caught up in this sect.
Those who want more information on the history of the sect/cult should consider "APOSTLES OF FEAR: A church cult exposed" by Morag Zwartz. 234 pages. This book gives a very revealing account of the interpersonal relationships between those at the top and those being controlled. RRP is $29.95, but some bookshops may discount, e.g. "Koorong Books".
Click on link - BCF 3ed.htm or printable .pdf version.
Size: 22 pages, magazine format. File size 395 Kb. Last .PDF file update was on 05 October 2008. .htm file uploaded on 01 December 2009.
BCF 3ed.pdf
If you want to take a quick look at the first five pages of this booklet in the current format, then click on the .htm link.
BCF2ed.htm
Other Errors
"The King James Version Debate"
Some believe we should only read the King James Version of the Bible. In deciding which version is the best, there are many issues to consider. Find out more from this paper. Expanded in March 2006 to eight pages.
Translat.pdf
"Conspiracy Theories"
Conspiracy theory writers: Are they giving us the real story behind the headlines, or are they just lying through their teeth?
Cospiracy theories have been on the increase in the last few years. Do the stories they tell match the facts? Read this article for some answers. This paper takes a brief look at the most prominent of the conspiracy theories and has links to the conspiracy theory articles mentioned below (six pages). Conspiracies.htm
Uploaded on 01 December 2006. "Roswell Incident" included in January 2007.
"The International Bankers Conspiracy Theory"
This paper challenges the claim that Communism was established by wealthy bankers to control the world - an elaborate conspiracy to control us all (4 pages). BankConsp.pdf
"Murder at Port Arthur: Was it a Conspiracy?" Addendum (one page) added in June 2006
This paper challenges the claim that the massacre of 35 people at Port Arthur in April 1996 was a conspiracy by the government in order to disarm the Australian public. The faulty reasoning behind this theory is the same faulty reasoning that is sometimes used to discredit the Christian faith.
Addendum:
On the tenth anniversary of the massacre, The Bulletin magazine interviewed Roger Larner who lives a minutes drive from the Port Arthur site. Larner reports, “I talked with him for about 10 minutes; he wanted to know where my wife was but I told him she wasn’t home. She was, actually, but I knew she didn’t want to see him’" (The Bulletin 04 April 2006, p. 21). This revelation from someone who knew Martin well, places him and his distinct car (a Volvo with a surfboard on top) in the vacinity of the attack, just minutes before it took place. To read more on this report (one page), click on .htm link Murder.htm
Click on link for pdf. version of the complete paper (16 pages).
Murder.pdf
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Page Four - Other
The Earth
The earth spins on its axis which has a tilt of 23.5 degrees. The tilt is important for spreading the heat from the sun over a wide area of the earth. This article is well illustrated with photos. It is updated each year with new equinox and solstice dates and times. Uploaded on 01 August 2007, updated 01 February 2009.
Earth.htm
"Man Overboard"
Read this true lesson from life on faith. A boy who can not swim falls from a ship. Because of his faith in the captain of the ship, he lives. Click on link.
Faith.htm
For links to other helpful web sites, click on 'Links'
Links.htm
Introduction:
There are two ways to study the Bible. Using the analogy of a tree, you can study closely the individual leaves, or you can study the trunk and branches. The best way to understand the leaves is to first understand the tree i.e. trunk and branches. Consequently, the main thrust of this web site is to give an overall picture of what the Bible is saying. At a later stage I might look closely at some verses of special interest, but for the present, the first priority is to clearly reveal the bigger picture.
Use: How to get the most out of this web site
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Tip: For a quick look at a document, use the .htm method first. Use back arrow to return to this page.
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Alternatively, use the Index at the top of this page. Click on the blue coloured link for the page you are interested in.
Hard Copy: With some of the papers, I have aimed to keep the length down to four A4 size pages. They are then photocopied onto one sheet of A3 size paper and folded to DL size. Over time, some papers may gain additional notes which will be added to the end of the document rather than woven into the body of the text. The article The Mathematical Impossibility of The Theory of Evolution is a case in point. An additional page of helpful information was added in July 2007.
Sequence:
To get the most from this web page, the documents should be read in the following order:
- The Beginning of Everything or The Mathematical Impossibility of the Theory of Evolution
- The Objective Evidence For The Christian Faith
- The Hindu, The Muslim and The Christian
- The Witness of Prophecy
- God's Covenant With Abraham
- The Kingdom of God
- The Hand of God
Please return to this web site every two or three months as it is my intention to keep uploading new papers until further notice.
If this web site has been a blessing to you, please let others know. May God bless.