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THE FAIR JOURNAL                                         November 2007
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       The Foundation for Apologetic Information and Research
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     Apologetics: The branch of theology that is concerned with
     defending or proving the truth of Christian doctrines. (The
     American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth
     Edition, 2000.)


INSIDE THE JOURNAL
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  * MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT. Scott Gordon explores the problem of 
    critics who attack and ridicule teachings that they claim are true 
    LDS doctrines but which "just ain't so."

  * IN THE NEWS. Richard Bushman has accepted an appointment in the 
    School of Religion at Claremont Graduate University.

  * IN THE NEWS. The Church has announced a change in the Introduction 
    to the Book of Mormon.

  * RESOURCES ON THE WEB. Meridian magazine has published an 
    article by John Tvedtnes on deification.

  * RESOURCES ON THE WEB. Several timelines have been created to 
    summarize the events in 1829 related to the translation of the 
    Book of Mormon.

  * RESOURCES ON THE WEB. Daniel Peterson gives a brief synopsis of 
    the recent joint AAR/SBL conference.

  * NEW ON THE WEBSITE. "The Fallacy of Fundamentalist Assumptions."  
    Blake Ostler compares LDS and orthodox Christian beliefs about God 
    in his 2005 FAIR Conference presentation.

  * NEW ON THE WEBSITE. "When Souls Had Wings: What the Western 
    Tradition Has to teach Us About Pre-Existence." Terry Givens 
    discusses extracanonical references and traditions about human 
    premortal existence in his 2007 FAIR Conference presentation.

  * NEW ON THE WEBSITE. "Is the Church Archives Closed?" In his 2007 
    FAIR Conference presentation, Steven Olsen reponds to charges that 
    the Church hides damaging information and documents by closing the 
    Church Archives.

  * ASK THE APOLOGIST. Got a question you are dying to ask? Here's 
    how.

  * FAIR TOPICAL GUIDE. The Topical Guide on the FAIR Web site is one 
    of the most popular resources offered. Learn what is available and 
    help us expand our references.

  * FAIR WIKI. The FAIR Wiki is an excellent resource for someone 
    looking for a summary of an issue and for pointers to more 
    detailed information.

  * FAIR LDS BOOKSTORE. The Bookstore is offering three specials in 
    time for Christmas: two great DVDs and the popular "Offenders for
    a Word."

  * ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS. Interested in writing for FAIR? Learn how you 
    can have your apologetics work published.

  * PUBLISHING NOTES. Learn how you can become more involved in FAIR 
    and how you can reuse the material we publish.

  * FAIR JOURNAL ARCHIVES. All of the FAIR Journal issues since 
    October 2001 are on the FAIR web site.


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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
It Just Ain't So

A popular nineteenth-century American humorist who went by the stage
name of Artemus Ward once said, "It ain't so much the things we don't
know that get us into trouble. It's the things we do know that just
ain't so."

With Mitt Romney running for President of the United States, LDS 
beliefs continue to be misrepresented in the national spotlight. In 
the national press, there are many things that the press knows about 
Mormons that simply "ain't so."

For example, a common theme that is raised is that Mormons are, or at 
least were, more racist than other churches in America. This theme is 
echoed in blogs across the Internet and was discussed on at least one 
national radio show. The claim was made on the radio show that Mormons 
are racist because the Church teaches that blacks followed Satan's 
plan in the preexistence.

This is completely false. Only those who followed the Savior came to 
this earth. Those who followed Satan were cast out.

It is true that African-Americans were not treated well in America. 
From the time they were brought to American shores until the late 
1960s or early 1970s they were mostly treated as second class 
citizens--or worse. In the LDS Church, African-Americans weren't 
ordained to the priesthood and weren't able to participate in the lay 
ministry from about 1846 until 1978. Prior to 1846, during Joseph 
Smith's time, several African-Americans were ordained. Even Brigham 
Young ordained one black man in 1846. Then, during Brigham Young's 
time, it was decided--unknown if it was by revelation, interpretation 
or misunderstanding--that African-Americans couldn't participate in 
the lay ministry of the LDS Church. Why that happened will be left for 
a discussion at a later date. But, the questions then become, how does 
the LDS beliefs and practices toward African-Americans compare to the 
rest of America, and are Mormons really more racist than others?

While I'm certain that there were some members who hid their racism 
behind the priesthood ban prior to 1978, a survey done in 1967 by 
Lester E. Bush, Jr., and Armand L. Mauss, which was published in the 
book "Neither White Nor Black" (Midvale, Utah: Signature Books, 1984, 
pg. 21-23), showed--paraphrasing the authors--that the LDS were no 
more likely to give anti-black responses than were the Presbyterians, 
Episcopalians, Lutherans (whether American or Missouri Synod), or 
Baptists (whether American or Southern). Furthermore, the Mormon 
responses were very nearly the same as the average Protestant's.

While the history of how African-Americans were treated in the LDS 
Church is not perfect, we do score better in some areas. American 
Protestants had approximately forty thousand ministers as members of 
the Ku Klux Klan with Protestant ministers serving as Grand Dragons in 
Pennsylvania, Texas, North Dakota, and Colorado (Curtiss Paul DeYoung, 
Michael O. Emerson, George Yancey, and Karen Chai Kim, United by 
Faith: The Multiracial Congregations as an Answer to the Problem of 
Race [Oxford: Oxford University Press, Inc., 2003], p 60).

Several Protestant denominations formed separate congregations and 
even separate churches for the sole purpose of keeping blacks out. 
Needless to say, there were no black ministers in those congregations.

We also have to note that while some religious denominations continue 
to have difficulties integrating congregations, within the LDS 
community integration is an accepted fact of life. On a personal 
note, June 8, 1978 was one of the happiest days of my life.

Another example of sharing things that "just ain't so" occurred on a 
national television show where Mitt Romney's faith was recently 
discussed. During the conversation, it became evident that the pundits 
assumed that believing Mormons are controlled from Salt Lake City. 
There seemed to be no awareness on the part of the participants of the 
lack of political interaction of the LDS Church or of the fifteen
current members of Congress who are LDS.

However, we are proud to admit instruction from Salt Lake City: We are 
instructed to be honest, to love our neighbors, and to follow Jesus' 
example. As for politics in the LDS Church, we are instructed to study 
the issues and vote for the best candidate, whoever that may be. The 
LDS Church stands out for its refusal to dispense politics from the 
pulpit. As Joseph Smith stated, "Teach them correct principles and let 
them govern themselves."

The LDS "core beliefs" that our critics preach are frequently 
misrepresented if not twisted beyond recognition, flat out wrong, or 
wrested from random statements torn from historical context. It amazes 
me that some anti-Mormons claim that Mormons don't know their own 
beliefs and only anti-Mormons know what Mormons "really" believe. How 
can we believe something if we don't even know what it is? Or another 
way of looking at it is if a subject isn't taught in church because 
it is a secret belief, how long does it take before nobody believes it 
because nobody has heard of it? It can't be a belief of the Mormons if 
the Mormons don't believe it.

It is time to correct the misrepresentations. No longer should we 
allow others who are unfamiliar with our theology to define our 
beliefs. But sometimes we feel we don't know what to say. Sometimes we 
may feel uncomfortable with some of the accusations brought up by 
anti-Mormons. If that is the case, you will probably want to 
familiarize yourselves with the book by Daniel C. Peterson and Steven 
Ricks titled "Offenders for a Word." This book reveals many of the 
tactics some anti-Mormons employ in attacking the Church and how to 
see through their word games. You can find the book here:

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p0934893357.html

But, there are two sides of LDS apologetics. One is refuting what we 
don't believe; the other is understanding what we do believe and 
keeping current with the growing body of LDS scholarship. A new DVD 
has just been released entitled, "Journey of Faith: The New World."

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p0934893357.html

This DVD gives thoughtful insights from dozens of top scholars 
concerning Book of Mormon scholarship. Mormon's description of the 
land, religious history, culture, and traditions create a fascinating 
mosaic as presented in the DVD. Stunningly beautiful images filmed on 
location in Guatemala and Mexico combine with the art of Joseph 
Brickey to illuminate the culture of the Book of Mormon.

And, if you haven't seen it yet, you will want to order the first DVD 
from the series, "Journey of Faith." This DVD interviews many LDS and 
non-LDS scholars. It traces Lehi's journey and life in the Old World 
and is well worth watching.

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p0934893357.html

Both of these DVDs will deepen your understanding of the Book of 
Mormon and help you understand this sacred text. Understanding our 
faith, and understanding how others misrepresent our faith will help 
you correct those things that people know that "just ain't so."

--Scott Gordon
  President


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IN THE NEWS: Richard Bushman Accepts Position at Claremont Graduate 
University

Richard L. Bushman has accepted the appointment as Howard W. Hunter 
Visiting Professor in Mormon Studies in the School of Religion at 
Claremont Graduate University.

You can read more about Dr. Bushman and this appointment at

    http://www.dialoguejournal.com/content/?p=78

You can read more about the CGU Mormon Studies Chair Campaign at the 
following:

    http://www.cgu.edu/pages/4144.asp

The Howard W. Hunter Foundation has commented on this event.

"We are delighted to see that Richard Bushman has accepted the 
position in Mormon Studies at Claremont Graduate University. We 
believe that this will lead to more scholarship and a better 
understanding of Mormon theology and doctrine by those not of our 
faith. Unfortunately, the position will not be permanent unless there 
are additional contributions to fund the position. If you have an 
interest and the ability to help with this funding, please contact the 
Howard W. Hunter Foundation."

    Howard W. Hunter Foundation
    61 Montecito Drive
    Corona del Mar, CA 92625.

    http://www.howardhunterfoundation.org/donation.html


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IN THE NEWS: Change in the Introduction to the Book of Mormon

In November 2007 the Church commented on a one-word change in the 
Introduction to the Book of Mormon. The change had originally been 
made almost a year earlier.

The sentence in the current version had been added in 1981 and read:

    "After thousands of years, all were destroyed except the 
    Lamanites, and they are the principal ancestors of the American 
    Indians."

With the change, the Introduction will now read:

    "After thousands of years, all were destroyed except the 
    Lamanites, and they are among the ancestors of the American 
    Indians."

This change emphasizes the original and central claim of the Book of 
Mormon to be about ancestors of modern Native Americans without going 
beyond the text to imply to what extent or in what ways the Lamanites 
may have been "principal" ancestors.

Following is a response from LDS Church spokesperson Mark Tuttle to 
inquiries regarding the one-word change in the Book of Mormon's
Introduction:

    "The current Introduction page in the Book of Mormon was not part 
    of the original text translated by Joseph Smith, Jr. The 
    Introduction was written and published at the same time additional 
    materials including footnotes and cross references were added in 
    1981. A one-word change was made to the Introduction in the latest 
    edition of the Book of Mormon published by Doubleday. That change 
    takes into account details of Book of Mormon demography which are 
    not known. The change will be included in the next edition of the 
    Book of Mormon printed by the Church."

You can read more about this at:

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s258


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RESOURCES ON THE WEB: MERIDIAN ARTICLE ON DEIFICATION

Meridian, an LDS online e-magazine, recently published and article by 
John Tvedtnes titled "Partakers of the Divine Nature." In his article, 
Tvedtnes discusses early Christian views of deification or theosis, 
the human acquisition of divine qualities or divine nature. This 
teaching, so often ridiculed and condemned by anti-Mormons, was a 
widespread belief in early Christianity and is still found in various 
forms in modern, non-LDS Christian denominations.

Read the article:

    http://www.ldsmag.com/gospeldoctrine/nt/071102nt43sf.html

Get more information about this topic on the FAIR website:

    http://www.fairlds.org/apol/ai011.html

and on the FAIR Wiki:

    http://en.fairmormon.org/Deification_of_man


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RESOURCES ON THE WEB: TRANSLATION TIME FOR THE BOOK OF MORMON

One amazing aspect of the Book of Mormon is the fact that it took only 
about 65 days for Joseph Smith to translate the entire book. This is 
a considerable feat given the book's length and complexity and the
fact that it was done under stressful conditions with limited
resources.

There are a number of resources on the Internet that discuss possible 
chronologies for the Book of Mormon translation process.

The following is an "I Have a Question" article by John Welch in the 
January 1988 Ensign.

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s252 

Eldon Watson has created a detailed timeline on his website.

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s253 
    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s254 

David Keller has organized a chronology in a calendar format.

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s255 

John Welch and Tim Rathbone wrote the "Encyclopedia of Mormonism"
article on the topic that is available from the Neal A. Maxwell 
Institute.

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s256

And finally, the FAIR Wiki has a page devoted to the topic.

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s257

These are all excellent resources for learning more about this 
important aspect of Church history.


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RESOURCES ON THE WEB: AAR/SBL CONFERENCE SYNOPSIS

Critics of the Church often ignore LDS apologetic responses, claiming 
that faithful LDS scholars are biased and produce substandard work not 
generally accepted outside of LDS circles. This has been a criticism 
leveled particularly against essays and papers published by FAIR or 
the Neal A. Maxwell Institute. Dan Peterson recently posted a list of 
LDS presenters and LDS topics that appeared at the joint American 
Academy of Religion (AAR) and the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) 
conference. The depth and breadth of expertise belies those 
criticisms.

Read the post:

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s259


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The Fallacy of Fundamentalist Assumptions
by Blake Ostler

In his presentation at the 2005 FAIR Conference, Blake Ostler 
reexamines the LDS beliefs relating to the nature of God. Ostler looks 
at the LDS approach to monotheistic worship, the Creation, the 
relationship of God and man, and the eternal family. Ostler positions 
LDS beliefs against certain orthodox Christian theology, such as the 
dual nature of Christ and the Trinity, and finds that the LDS beliefs 
in these areas are consistent, logical, and in harmony with biblical 
texts. Ostlers explains how many critics argue against basic LDS 
beliefs and shows how these critcisms can be answered.

Read the article:

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s249


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When Souls Had Wings: What the Western Tradition Has to teach Us About 
Pre-Existence
by Terryl Givens

A major difference between the LDS and orthodox Christian views of man 
is the LDS belief in a premortal life. This important belief affects 
nearly every aspect of LDS theology: the nature of man, the 
relationship between God and man, the destiny of man, the purpose of 
life, and many others. Terry Givens explores extrabiblical texts that 
show that the idea of a premortal life was known and accepted by some 
in both ancient times (Christian, Jewish, and pagan alike) and in 
modern Christian cultures. In his 2007 FAIR Conference presenation, 
Givens is careful to point out that non-LDS beliefs in a premortal 
life should not automatically be considered as evidence for LDS 
beliefs in ancient times, but this belief, which has fallen out of 
favor of most Christians, fits in well with New Testament and Old 
Testament references.

As Given points out, "The doctrine of preexistence has persisted with 
astonishing tenacity across millennia and culture, a tribute in 
itself, if not to its truth, then to its powerful capacity to satisfy 
logical, moral, and even aesthetic imperatives of the human heart."

Read the article:

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s250 


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Is the Church Archives Closed?
by Steven L. Olsen

A common charged leveled by anti-Mormons is that the Church protects 
itself by hiding important historical documents in an inaccessible 
archive. Steven Olsen, Associate Managing Director for the Family and 
Church History Department, dispells these myths in his 2007 FAIR 
Conference presentation by explaining the hows and whys of the Church 
Archives. Olsen shows that the Church Archives treats the material in 
its care with principles and procedures consistent with other archives 
and libraries.

Read the article:

    http://www.fairlds.org/cgi-bin/site.pl?s251


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ASK THE APOLOGIST

FAIR invites the public to submit questions relating to LDS beliefs, 
practices, and history. Some questions are asked sincerely by members 
and investigators, others are clearly hostile questions challenging 
the veracity of the Church and its teachings. Many of these responses 
may end up on the Web site as a FAIR paper or brochure. If you have a 
question, you may submit it through the FAIR web site.

    http://www.fairlds.org/contact.php

Questions sent to FAIR will be shared with members of FAIR, so it is 
not uncommon to receive several responses that approach the issue from 
different angles.


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FAIR TOPICAL GUIDE

The Topical Guide is one of the most important LDS apologetic 
resources available. If you aren't familiar with this part of FAIR's 
Web site, check it out at

    http://www.fairlds.org/apol

The following are the Topical Guide updates for the month.

* Larry E. Morris
    "The Conversion of Oliver Cowdery"

    Larry Morris does a wonderful and thorough job detailing the 
    events of Oliver's first encounter with Joseph and the Book of 
    Mormon as well as his subsequent conversion.

    Book of Mormon > Witnesses
    http://www.fairlds.org/apol/ai109.html

* Val Larsen
    "Killing Laban: The Birth of Sovereignty in the Nephite 
    Constitutional Order"

    Most of us cringe when we read how Nephi killed Laban to acquire 
    the brass plates. It seems contrary to commandments not to kill. 
    Val Larsen suggests that the slaying of Laban was a sovereign act 
    that had a clear political purpose.

    Book of Mormon
    http://www.fairlds.org/apol/ai105.html

* David B. Cummings
    "Three Days and Three Nights: Reassessing Jesus's Entombment"

    "Jesus's body lay in the tomb, according to most commentators, 
    during a full day (Saturday) and parts of another two days (Friday 
    afternoon and Sunday morning). Yet, according to one key passage 
    in Matthew's gospel, the Savior drew attention beforehand to this 
    period in the tomb by saying that 'the Son of man [will] be three 
    days and three nights in the heart of the earth' (Matthew 12:40). 
    The obvious question is, why the apparent discrepancy? Is there a 
    way to look at Jesus's entombment that would reconcile what Jesus 
    says here with what we learn elsewhere? Acareful examination of 
    relevant passages, particularly from the Book of Mormon, which 
    brings an unusual set of evidences to the issue, leads to the 
    conclusion that Jesus's earthly remains were buried Thursday 
    afternoon, not Friday."

    Doctrinal Issues > Diety > Jesus Christ
    http://www.fairlds.org/apol/ai037.html

* S. Kent Brown
    "The Hunt for the Valley of Lemuel"

    Dr. Brown examines the possible candidates for the Book of 
    Mormon's Valley of Lemuel, as well as the evidence from these Old 
    World locations that parallel what we find in the Nephite record.

    Book of Mormon > Geography
    http://www.fairlds.org/apol/ai178.html


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FAIR WIKI

The FAIR Wiki project was started in 2006 to provide a more flexible 
and searchable resource for Latter-day Saints and others to get 
answers to Gospel questions. The Wiki is by design always a "work in 
progress," with many editors at FAIR contributing to articles on a 
daily basis. You can access the FAIR Wiki at:

    http://www.fairwiki.org/index.php/Main_Page

This month the FAIR Journal focuses attention on two FAIR Wiki pages. 
The first is a response to the charge that Latter-day Saints are 
polytheists. This criticism has become quite popular among 
anti-Mormons over the last several decades and will be found in nearly 
every anti-Mormon publication and Web site. Go to the link below to 
see a brief response and links to longer papers and articles on the 
subject.

    http://www.fairwiki.org/Polytheism

The second FAIR Wiki page being highlighted is about the location of 
the Garden of Eden. Over the years several statements have been made 
by LDS leaders, including Joseph Smith, about the location of the 
Garden of Eden. Although this obscure issue is relatively unimportant 
for Latter-day Saints, critics often use it to attack the Church. The 
link below discusses the issue and points to additional resources.

    http://en.fairmormon.org/Garden_of_Eden_in_Missouri%3F


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FAIR LDS BOOKSTORE

The FAIR LDS Bookstore is excited to offer three great deals for this 
month, just in time for the Christmas season. These are items that you 
will want for your own library as well as great gift ideas.

--> Journey of Faith: The New World

    Peter Johnson (Director), Brigham Young University and Foundation 
    for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies, 2007, DVD video, approx.
    90 minutes.

This new DVD is a beautiful documentary that examines the latest in 
Book of Mormon scholarship, providing stunning New World evidences of 
the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. This DVD normally retails for 
$19.95, but we are offering it at only $15.95. You wonít find a 
better deal on this new DVD anywhere else!

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p9780842526913.html

--> Journey of Faith: Journey of Faith: The Acclaimed Book of Mormon
    Documentary Tracing Lehi's Journey

    Peter Johnson (Director), Brigham Young University and Foundation 
    for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies, 2005, DVD video, approx.
    90 minutes.

This is the original DVD that examines evidences for the Book of 
Mormon found in the Old World. It makes a great companion to "Journey 
of Faith: The New World." We are selling this DVD now on special for 
$15.95. It normally retails for $19.95. This is a great savings to 
you.

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p0934893039.html

--> Offenders for a Word: How Anti-Mormons Play Word Games to Attack
    Latter-day Saints

    Daniel C. Peterson and Stephen D. Ricks, Provo, Utah: Foundation 
    for Ancient Research & Mormon Studies (FARMS) Reprint Edition, 
    1998, 6x9" softbound, 255 pages.

"Offenders for a Word" is the classic treatment of the topic of 
whether Mormons are, indeed, Christians. It examines a wealth of 
historical and logical evidence that deserve a place on any bookshelf. 
The book normally retails for $12.95, but is on sale this month for 
the special price of $9.95.

    http://store.fairlds.org/prod/p0934893357.html

When this month is over these products will return to their normal 
retail price. Remember that when you order your books through the FAIR 
LDS Bookstore you are supporting FAIR.

--FAIR Bookstore Volunteers


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ARTICLE SUBMISSIONS

We welcome article submissions for the FAIR Journal and Web site. If
you would like to submit an article, please review the editing
guidelines at:

     http://www.fairlds.org/EdStyle.pdf

Submit your article to the FAIR Journal Editor, Paul McNabb,
by going to

     http://www.fairlds.org/contact.php

An appropriate article would be one that affirms the truthfulness of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

While LDS apologetics involves refuting critics of the Church, its
doctrines, and its leaders, articles don't necessarily have to deal
with anti-Mormonism. FAIR will consider articles that deal with new
evidence of the Book of Mormon, scriptural passages that involve a
unique LDS interpretation, a viewpoint or quote from the early
Christian Fathers or other historical figures, an inspiring missionary
story, Church history, a view on a current event related to the
Church, or a piece from an historical journal.

We may also accept articles from people who are not members of The
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that may not necessarily
meet the guidelines of supporting the church if it is a topic of
general interest to people involved in apologetics.

A submission may range in length from several pages to a single
paragraph.


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