Yes and No: Reconciling the Contradictions of God

By: Dr. Paul W. McDonough

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How should we respond as scripture presents us with opposing principles?
When readers encounter conflicting principles in ancient and modern scripture, they often choose one side and dismiss the other. Some emphasize grace, turning to Romans and Ephesians, while others focus on obedience and works, drawing from the Gospels and the Epistle of James. Similar tensions appear throughout God’s word. Should we go to Christ…or he will come to us? Is God in charge of our life…or are we? God gets what he wants…or he does not? God’s creation is good…or it is not? Believers commonly accept only the principles and passages that align with their preferences and traditions. Yet to fully understand God and his plan, we must receive and trust all his words and recognize that seemingly opposing teachings are both true.
Yes and No: Reconciling the Contradictions of God examines seventy-eight questions that present conflicting principles in the scriptures. Each chapter sets forth scriptures and quotations supporting both sides followed by a section that reconciles the opposing principles. By demonstrating how these tensions interact rather than compete, this book invites readers toward a deeper and more faithful understanding of God’s unified message. Each contradiction can be read independently, making this an ideal reference resource.

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Dr. Paul W. McDonough is a physician educated at UCLA, with a lifelong passion for studying scripture. He is especially interested in theology, doctrine, and resolving apparent contradictions in scriptural teachings. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dr. McDonough has served a mission in Scotland and as a bishop. He lives in Texas with his wife, and has four children.
Drawing on his scientific training, Dr. McDonough approaches theological questions with disciplined analysis, while maintaining deep respect for revelation and faith. His work is the result of decades of careful study, reflection, and teaching across both ancient and modern scripture. He writes for readers who appreciate complexity and believe that true understanding requires both intellectual honesty and spiritual humility.
His book, Yes and No: Reconciling the Contradictions of God, invites thoughtful readers to move beyond oversimplification and embrace reasoned exploration of faith.

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