Category: Knowing God

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Becoming Who God Created You to Be

Finding Identity, Purpose, and Healing Through God’s Love Have you ever wondered who you’re truly meant to be? Many of us long to know our real identity and purpose in life. It can be hard to find direction with so many voices telling us what to do, who to be, and how to live. But there’s good news: God created…

“Professing Themselves to Be Wise, They Became Fools”

Looking at Wisdom, Foolishness, and the Heart from Romans 1:22  Introduction  Let’s be honest: most of us want to be wise. We want to make good decisions, understand the world around us, and maybe even impress others with how much we know. But there’s a line in the Bible, Romans 1:22, that says, “Professing themselves to be wise, they became…

Understanding the Kingdom of God

Understanding God’s Kingdom Without the Jargon When you hear people talk about “the Kingdom of God,” it might sound mysterious or old-fashioned. You might picture castles, crowns, or fairy-tale kings. But in Christianity, the Kingdom of God is actually a big, important idea. It’s more about how God works in the world. It’s also about how He works in people’s…

How the Bible Shapes Christian Identity and Community

Why the Bible Matters to Christians and How It Shapes Their Lives Introduction: More Than Just an Old Book When someone hears the word “Bible,” a flood of images might appear in their mind—a thick book with a fancy cover, well-worn pages, or even a collection of stories heard in childhood. Maybe it brings to mind rules, commandments, or ancient…

The Beauty of His Holiness: Divine Perfection, Transformation, and Worship

Exploring the Meaning and Significance of a Sacred Phrase The phrase “the beauty of his holiness,” woven throughout the tapestry of Scripture, captures one of the profoundest truths about the character of God and the spiritual calling of believers. Found in passages such as Psalm 29:2, Psalm 96:9, and 1 Chronicles 16:29, these words invite us to look beyond external…

Understanding “My People Perish for Lack of Knowledge”

A simple explanation of Hosea 4:6 The phrase “My people perish for lack of knowledge” comes from the Book of Hosea in the Bible, specifically Hosea 4:6. It’s a powerful statement that stresses the importance of wisdom and understanding, especially when it comes to following God’s teachings. But what does it really mean in simpler terms? Let’s break it down.…

Going Deeper in Our Hunger for God: Returning to the Heart of the Gospel 

Kingdom of God Series: Whatever Happened to the Gospel?  Have you ever wondered why so many different versions of the gospel are being preached today? You might hear about the “prosperity gospel,” the “feel good gospel,” or the “name it and claim it gospel.” Sometimes, it seems like the true message of Jesus is getting lost among so many other…

Understanding “Without Excuse” in Romans 1:20 – Explained Simply

How Nature and Conscience Make Us All Accountable If you’ve ever looked up at the stars, admired a sunset, or marveled at the complexity of life, you might have wondered if there’s something—or someone—bigger behind it all. In the Bible, Romans 1:20 says that just by living in this world and witnessing its wonders, we all have enough evidence to…

Time to Face the Past: Why America Needs a Reckoning

Understanding How Our History Shapes Us Today America’s past is complicated. It’s a story full of both proud achievements and deep mistakes—moments of unity and moments of pain. For a long time, we’ve celebrated the good and sometimes tried to ignore or forget the bad. But the truth is, the things that happened in our history still impact our lives…