Finding Hope and Light in a World of Confusion Every so often, we look around and feel like the world is caught up in confusion, trouble, and a sense of spiritual emptiness. The phrase from Isaiah 60:2—”For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people; but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and His glory shall…
Exploring Acts 17:26 and the Unity of Humanity Where did the idea come from that one race—specifically whites—is somehow more superior than another? When we look at the core teachings of Christianity, this notion doesn’t line up with what God has revealed about humanity. In fact, the Bible tells us a much different story about our origins and our equality.…
Understanding The Impact on Indigenous and African Communities of the Conquest of America, the Scramble for Africa and the Transatlantic Slave Trade Looking Back: Not Just History, but Living Legacy When we examine major events such as the conquest of America, the Scramble for Africa, and the transatlantic slave trade, it’s crucial to remember that these are not just distant…
What Happens When We Reject God’s Knowledge? Imagine God observing our world today. He sees everything—our hopes, our struggles, our passions, and even the movements that rise in His name. In recent years, there’s been a noticeable surge in Christian nationalism: the mixing of religious identity with political ideology. Many who claim to follow Christ are at the forefront of…
Reflecting on 1 Timothy 4:2 and Its Warnings for Us Today Have you ever felt a twinge of guilt when you did something wrong, but over time, that feeling seemed to fade away the more you ignored it? That’s the idea behind the “seared conscience” mentioned in the Bible, specifically in 1 Timothy 4:2. In simple terms, it’s when someone’s sense of right and…
Why These Events Contradict God’s Plan for Creation and Human Brotherhood One Blood, One Family: God’s Vision for Humanity The Bible teaches that God created all people from “one blood,” meaning that no matter how different we may look or where we come from, we are all part of the same human family. This idea—rooted in passages like Genesis 1…
Understanding Why Our Inner Judge Isn’t Always Reliable Introduction Most people think of conscience as a kind of inner compass that always points us toward what’s right. We say, “Let your conscience be your guide,” trusting that it will steer us away from wrongdoing. But what if that compass isn’t quite as trustworthy as we believe? The truth is, conscience…
Understanding Original Sin: Its Meaning and Modern Impact Explained for Everyone Introduction: The Story That Shaped Humanity The story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden is one of the most well-known accounts in the Bible. But why does this ancient story matter to us today? At its heart, it explains how sin entered the world, why people…
Reflecting on Ephesians 4:20-21 in Everyday Language Understanding What It Means to “Learn Christ” When Paul wrote to the Ephesians, he painted a pretty grim picture of the world they lived in—a world full of corruption, selfishness, and all kinds of wrong. But then he turned to the Christians in Ephesus and said, “That’s not what you learned when you…
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