"Not only do I believe that it is possible to maintain moral standards without the crutch of religion but I would argue that it is the only way to achieve true goodness." Disproving Christianity and Other Secular Writings compiles popular and lesser-known arguments against the principles established by the Christian canon. Using a phenomenological approach to build his case based on in-depth study at the University of California, Santa Barbara McAfee analyzes the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament doctrine to build a logical and reasonable case against their validity. From contradictions between lived and portrayed religions to factual errors within the texts themselves, no stone is left unturned in this fully updated and expanded refutation of Christianity.

Disproving Christianity and Other Secular Writings

Religion & Spirituality

McAfee, David G.

Atheism

Dangerous Little Books

This book has been re-published in a revised second edition entitled Disproving Christianity and Other Secular Writings, available here: http://www.amazon.com/Disproving-Christianity-Secular-Writings-revised/dp/0956427685/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1320376164&sr=8-5 "This book is an attempt to compile popular and unknown arguments against the principles of the Christian canon. Christianity has become separated into many smaller sects, but retains some constant biblical tenets and divine ideas- it is these similarities that are crucial if my thesis is to be considered a 'disproval'. Using essays and biblical analysis, I discuss some of the contradictory and controversial passages from the Hebrew Scriptures (which Christians refer to as the "Old Testament") and the New Testament, along with modern practices, beliefs, and teachings of twenty-first century Christianity in an attempt to make known the discrepancies which have largely been ignored within the Christian Church- especially Western Society." - David G. McAfee From the back cover: "David G. McAfee introduces his first book- an introductory look into the world of Christianity and the refutation of its key principles. Using (almost exclusively) evidence and passages from the Christian Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, David is able to establish new arguments against the validity of the Christian religion as well as reorganize and reevaluate some of the more traditional debates. Through a close-reading of the Sacred Texts and years of studying the Christian theology from a secular viewpoint, David G. McAfee is able to approach the refutation of Christianity from a reasonable and logical perspective. From contradictions in the Holy Bible, to issues in modern Christian teachings, to problems with the founding pillars of Christianity itself, Mr. McAfee- in this book- is able to successfully Disprove Christianity."

Disproving Christianity: Refuting the World's Most Followed Religion

Createspace Independent Pub

What are gods and why do people believe in them? Where did they come from and what do they do? This book answers all those questions and more!David G. McAfee, who studies religions and writes books, has teamed up with writer and cartoonist Chuck Harrison to help everyone learn about beliefs, gods, and religion! The first book in this series was The Belief Book, which is all about why people believe the things they do, and now they are taking the next step by bringing you The Book of Gods...It doesn’t matter how old you are. If you want to learn more about gods from around the globe, including where they came from and how belief in them has spread over time, this easy-to-read book is for you!The fully illustrated and interactive Book of Gods is for readers and thinkers of all ages, including kids and kids at heart.

The Book of Gods

Children's Books

Harrison, Chuck

Geography & Cultures

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

While belief in religious supernatural claims is waning throughout the West, evidence suggests belief in nonreligious supernatural claims is on the rise. What explains this contradiction? How can a society with a falling belief in God have a rising belief in ghosts, psychic powers, ancient astronauts, and other supernatural or pseudo-scientific phenomena? Taking the same anthropological approach he employed in his notable studies of religion, atheist author and activist David G. McAfee turns his attention to nonreligious faith-based claims. Whether going undercover as a medium, getting tested at Scientology headquarters in Los Angeles, or interviewing celebrity paranormalists and famous skeptics, he leaves no stone unturned in his investigation. As in the case of religion, he finds an unwillingness among "believers" to critically examine their most closely held convictions. Only once individuals honestly assess their own sacred cows will they be able to ensure that their beliefs conform to the known facts—and that our decisions as a society are based on the best available evidence.

No Sacred Cows: Investigating Myths, Cults, and the Supernatural

New Age & Spirituality

Pitchstone Publishing

With each passing day the potential reach of a single false news story--and its ability to negatively impact all of us--grows in both size and scope. Although politicians, activists, and ordinary citizens regularly complain about deceptive or biased news reports, they tend to define fake news as anything with which they happen to disagree, thus compounding the problem even further. Seeking to bring some much-needed clarity to the subject, journalist David G. McAfee documents the myriad definitions of "fake news" and its various incarnations throughout history, from ideologically motivated disinformation operations to commercially motivated misinformation campaigns. Demonstrating that we are all culpable in the creation of the current pandemic, he presents a number of practical and actionable suggestions for combating it. In the end, however, he argues that each of us, no matter our political bent, have an important role to play in curbing the insidious spread and most dangerous effects of fake news.

The Curious Person's Guide to Fighting Fake News

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

About the Author\nVincent Deporter has worked as an artist and illustrator for numerous leading media companies, including DC Comics and Nickelodeon, where he drew for popular franchises such as Scooby-Doo and SpongBob SquarePants. David G. McAfee is a journalist and author. His previous children's books include The Belief Book and The Book of Gods.\nLife on the farm is always an adventure, especially for best friends Maggie and Daisy. Maggie is a majestic St. Bernard who loves looking after all the farm animals, and Daisy is a tiny one-eyed Chihuahua who regularly relies on Maggie’s help. But one day, when Daisy is chased into the dark woods by a bullying rooster, she must find her way back to the farm and Maggie. Faced with her greatest fears, she learns important lessons about cooperation, forgiveness, and friendship on her journey home.

Maggie and Daisy Explore the Farm

Animals

What are religions and why do people follow them? Where did they come from and how have they shaped our lives? This interactive book answers all those questions and more! David G. McAfee and Chuck Harrison have once again teamed up to help everyone learn about beliefs, gods, and religions! It all started with The Belief Book, then continued with The Book of Gods, and now it's time to learn all about religions, even how to create one of your own. This fully illustrated and interactive Book of Religions is for readers and thinkers of all ages, including kids and kids at heart.

The Book of Religions

Religious Studies

What are religions and why do people follow them? Where did they come from and how have they shaped our lives? This interactive book answers all those questions and more! David G McAfee and Chuck Harrison have once again teamed up to help everyone learn about beliefs, gods, and religions! It all started out with The Belief Book, then continued with The Book of Gods, and now it's time to learn all about religions, even how to create one of your own! The fully illustrated and interactive Book of Religions is for readers and thinkers of all ages, including kids and kids at heart.

What is belief and why is it so important? Where did it come from and what does it do? This book answers all of those questions and more! David G. McAfee, an author who studies religions, teamed up with writer and illustrator Chuck Harrison to create The Belief Book. No matter how old or how young you are,this easy-to-read book can help you learn more about religions and gods and beliefs in general. It will also teach you about something called The Scientific Method, which is how we learn new things about the world! By the time you're done reading you will know the answers to some of life's biggest questions, but more importantly, you will see why your questions, and all questions for that matter, are so important. This book is the first in a series of books all about belief, gods, and religion.

The Belief Book

Independently published

¿Qué es una creencia?¿Por qué creemos algunas cosas y otras no?¿Qué es religión? ¿Por qué la gente cree en tantosdioses diferentes? De todos modos, ¿Qué es un dios?Estas son preguntas muy importantes con respuestasmuy importantes. Respuestas muy importantes y muygrandes que han cambiado la manera en que hemosvivido, trabajado y jugado a través de la historia de lahumanidad.2Te daremos las respuestas básicas a estas preguntas yotras grandes cuestiones, esperando que comprendasmejor el mundo a tu alrededor. Entenderás que lareligión y las creencias cambian casi todo en el mundo, pero que son cosas que no deben ser empleadas siemprepara dar forma a nuestro entendimiento del mismo.

El Libro De Creencia (Spanish Edition)

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Disproving Christianity and Other Secular Writings

Disproving Christianity: Refuting the World's Most Followed Religion

The Book of Gods

No Sacred Cows: Investigating Myths, Cults, and the Supernatural

The Curious Person's Guide to Fighting Fake News

Maggie and Daisy Explore the Farm

The Book of Religions

The Book of Religions

The Belief Book

El Libro De Creencia (Spanish Edition)