Category: Discernment

What Does the Lord Require of You? Part 2

Understanding Justice, Mercy, and Humility  The Bible, in Micah 6:8, offers a simple answer. It provides a profound answer to a significant question: What does the Lord require of you? It says, “To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.” These words are more than just a list. They serve as a powerful guide for living a…

What Does the Lord Require of You? 

“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord need of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8)  The Lord requires of you to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God, as stated in Micah 6:8. This verse encapsulates three fundamental principles that…

No Confidence in the Flesh: What it Means and Why it Matters

Understanding an Age-Old Concept in Modern Terms Have you ever heard the phrase “no confidence in the flesh” and felt puzzled about what it means? It might sound like an abstract or overly religious idea, but its essence is something we can all relate to. At its core, this concept is about relieving the burden of relying only on our…

The True Gospel: Recognizing False Teachings

A Simple Explanation Have you ever come across the term “false gospel” and wondered what it really means? Think of it this way: a gospel is like a roadmap that guides people to salvation and to understanding their relationship with God. When that roadmap is changed, distorted, or misrepresented, it becomes a false gospel. False teachings can lead people down…

Guarding Your Heart in Chaotic Times

How to Preserve Love and Compassion in a Challenging World In today’s fast-paced world, navigating chaos and uncertainty can be overwhelming for anyone. Life can feel turbulent and overwhelming. It’s easy to feel drained and discouraged. We may even feel disconnected from the love and kindness we once freely shared with others. That’s why learning to guard your heart is…

Understanding 2 Timothy 3:1-5 in Simple Terms 

What does this passage mean for us today?  In 2 Timothy 3:1-5, the Bible gives us a clear warning about the “last days”—a time when people’s attitudes and behaviors will take a dramatic turn for the worse. Written by the apostle Paul to Timothy, this passage paints a vivid picture of what society might look like in challenging times. Let’s…

Reflections on Faith and the Road Ahead

”Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Martin Luther King, Jr. As someone who has spent the past thirty years in ministry, my heart feels a deep sadness seeing how Christianity has, over generations, been co-opted by false ideologies. Yet, this isn’t something that catches me off…

How Christianity Has Been Used to Justify Hatred

Understanding the Misuse of Faith Through Simple Examples Christianity, at its heart, is about love, compassion, and grace. The teachings of Jesus emphasize kindness to one another, forgiveness, and a commitment to helping the most vulnerable in society. And yet, as history has shown, even something built on the foundation of love can be twisted by people to serve purposes…

The Work of the Cross

A Simple Look at the Heart of Christian Faith The “work of the cross” is a concept at the very heart of Christian belief. It revolves around the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. Christians see this moment as the turning point in human history. But what does this mean for everyday people? Here’s a simple explanation to help…