Understanding “You Will Know the Truth, and the Truth Will Set You Free” If you’ve ever heard the phrase “the truth will set you free,” you might know it comes from the Bible—specifically, John 8:32. But what does this really mean, and why does it matter for us today? In a world full of opinions, mixed messages, and shifting values,…
Faith isn’t just something you believe in your head—it’s something that changes your life from the inside out. Imagine faith as a strong thread that connects your everyday ups and downs to the promises Christ gives us. When you trust in Him, you find yourself joined with other believers, your heart is changed, and you start to show Christ’s love in how you treat people around you. …
Encouragement for Believers to Grow in Faith and Understanding Introduction: Revisiting ‘Lazy Minded Christians’ and Proverbs 13:4 Several years ago, I wrote about “lazy minded Christians,” inspired by Proverbs 13:4. My intention wasn’t to offend, but to encourage believers to dig deeper in their faith and understanding. I even find myself getting lazy at times and need to refocus my energies on things that…
Exploring the Heart of True Spiritual Understanding Introduction: More Than Just Head Knowledge Have you ever met someone who could quote Bible verses for almost any occasion, yet somehow, their faith feels lifeless or mechanical? Or maybe you’ve been to a church where doctrine is taught with precision, but you leave feeling untouched and unchanged. There’s a surprising—and important—difference between being “Bible taught” and…
Christian Witness in a World of Darkness It’s a common misconception that keeping oneself “unstained from the world” means withdrawing from it entirely. However, as Christians, we are not called to isolate ourselves from society or retreat into seclusion. Instead, we are summoned to engage with the world while maintaining the integrity of our faith and the purity of our actions. Jesus, in…
A Compassionate Look at Apostasy, Spiritual Betrayal, and Hope for Believers Introduction: What Does “Crucifying Christ Again” Mean? If you’ve ever read Hebrews 6:6—“They crucify to themselves the Son of God afresh”—you might have paused and wondered what it really means. Is the Bible saying we can somehow repeat Christ’s crucifixion? Is it warning believers that a single mistake means we’ve publicly…
Rising from Spiritual Slumber to Live in Light and Wisdom If you’ve ever heard the phrase, “Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light,” from Ephesians 5:14, you might wonder what it means in simple, everyday language. This verse, written by Paul, is a call to wake up—not physically, but spiritually. Let’s break it down so it…
Why Knowledge Is Critical for Growth, Progress, and Survival Introduction Whenever I faced challenging situations and needed wisdom, I would remind myself with the phrase, “My Father would not have me ignorant.” Ignorance is not simply the absence of information—it is a powerful force that can impede progress, limit personal potential, and threaten the well-being of individuals and societies alike.…
Why Understanding God’s Teachings Matters in Everyday Life Have you ever wondered why some people seem lost, stressed, or uncertain about the direction of their lives? One big reason could be not knowing God’s word and ways. In simple terms, God’s word refers to the teachings and guidance found in the Bible, while God’s ways are about living according to…
