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I’ve skimmed my way through most of this book by James R. Brayshaw, Satan Christianity’s Other God, enough to give a rundown at least. As an atheist, there’s nothing overly illuminating in it, aside from the historical aspects. As a lifelong Christian, which Brayshaw is (was?), it was eye-opening to study the bible as much as he did and come to these conclusions.
From Goo to You by Way of the Zoo
November 28, 2008 – 2:57 amThe StarPhoenix – Saskatoon, Thursday, October 30, 2008 on page A3 - an article entitled “Author at odds with church over book debunking Satan”.
Main point of the article: Jim Brayshaw – a firefighter in Saskatoon and deacon in Elim Tabernacle of Saskatoon (Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada / Asemblies of God if it were in the United States to help the reader with Church context) – has written a book (500 pages) that douses the existence of Satan. He states that the idea of a fallen angel who rules an after-world in Hell is a man-made construct.
The book: “Satan – Christianity’s Other God, Volume 1 – Legend, Myth, Lore or Lie.”
As a result of the book and discussiions with the leadership of his church - He has been removed from eldership at Elim and removed from the congregational roles.
“His arguments have academic support”, said Mary Ann Bevis, head of the department of religion and culture at the University of Saskatchewan. She states (in conclusion) “…there is some scholarly support (to Brayshaw’s claims). There is evidence to back it up.”
My commentary on the issue without having read the book - I would rather not waste my time and money purchasing and reading a book by someone who calls themselves a Christian and yet denies that God’s Word is true and accurate and the basis of all beliefs in the Christian faith.