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Discussion Guides
103 one-question guides with typical answers and Christian responses.
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18 longer essays on pastoral and apologetic concerns.
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Principles for honest Hindu-Christian conversation that honors both traditions.
Hindu-Facing Concern Essays
If I Follow Christ, Am I Betraying My Parents, Ancestors, Or Culture?
If I Follow Christ, Am I Betraying My Parents, Ancestors, Or Culture? For many Hindus, the question of Jesus is not first an abstract theological question. It is...
Is Christianity Foreign, Western, Or Anti-Indian?
Is Christianity Foreign, Western, Or Anti-Indian? Many Hindus hesitate over Christianity because it feels foreign. Christianity may be associated with Europe, America, colonialism, English-speaking churches, Western music, Western...
Will Christians Mock My Gods, Festivals, Food, Language, Or Temple Background?
Will Christians Mock My Gods, Festivals, Food, Language, Or Temple Background? Many Hindus fear that Christians will not simply disagree with Hinduism, but mock it. They may expect...
I Felt Peace, Protection, Or Devotion In Hindu Practice. How Should I Interpret That?
I Felt Peace, Protection, Or Devotion In Hindu Practice. How Should I Interpret That? Many Hindus have had real spiritual experiences within Hindu practice. Some have felt peace...
Why Can't Jesus Be One More Valid Path?
Why Can't Jesus Be One More Valid Path? Many Hindus are comfortable honoring Jesus. They may call him a great teacher, saint, guru, avatar, or divine manifestation. The...
What If Following Christ Costs Me Family, Marriage, Community, Or Belonging?
What If Following Christ Costs Me Family, Marriage, Community, Or Belonging? For many Hindus, the greatest barrier to Christianity is not intellectual. It is social. A person may...
Karma Feels Just. Does Grace Sound Too Easy Or Unfair?
Karma Feels Just. Does Grace Sound Too Easy Or Unfair? Many Hindus find karma morally satisfying. Karma says actions matter. Evil is not ignored. Good and bad deeds...
If I Am Moved By Devotion, Why Do I Need Christian Arguments?
If I Am Moved By Devotion, Why Do I Need Christian Arguments? Many Hindus are not primarily moved by formal arguments. They are moved by devotion: love for...
I Respect Jesus. Why Must I Accept His Uniqueness?
I Respect Jesus. Why Must I Accept His Uniqueness? Many Hindus respect Jesus. They may admire his compassion, nonviolence, humility, miracles, and teaching on love. Some call him...
Can I Have Assurance Of Forgiveness, Liberation, Or Standing With God?
Can I Have Assurance Of Forgiveness, Liberation, Or Standing With God? Many religious Hindus live with seriousness but not assurance. They may believe in karma, rebirth, devotion, ritual,...