Tim’s experience is unique in that he holds six earned degrees. One is a master’s degree in Islamic studies from Islamic College in London, allowing him to study under Muslim scholars.
In an era of cultural dislocation and spiritual confusion, Bethel McGrew stands out as a voice of clarity and courage. A mathematician by training and a writer by vocation, McGrew navigates the churning waters of our time with a rare blend of intellectual rigor and spiritual conviction.
In the past, knowledge was scarce and guarded by a small literate elite. Ideas moved slowly but carried weight, shaping a shared moral framework. That world had limits, but it also offered clarity. Truth was something to preserve, not consume or manipulate
Few biblical texts trouble modern readers more than those that describe the conquest of Canaan, especially in the context of post-Holocaust ethics, the global embrace of human rights, and increasing sensitivity to the language of ethnic violence and genocide.
The Qur’an is considered the unaltered word of God, but it’s the hadith and sīra that breathe movement into the text. They are, in many ways, the heartbeat of traditional Islam.
Few subjects in Islamic history are as passionately debated as the role and rights of women. This conversation isn’t just about interpreting ancient texts—it directly impacts the lives of millions of women across the Muslim world today.
Before we can thoughtfully explore the tensions between Islam’s view of the Bible and the Christian understanding of Scripture, we must appreciate the weight of what’s at stake.
