Understanding Spiritual Maturity, the Melchizedek Priesthood, and the Importance of Not Being ‘Dull of Hearing’ Introduction: Setting the Scene in Hebrews 5:11 If you’ve ever read Hebrews 5:11 and wondered what the author was getting at, you’re not alone. The verse says, “We have much to say about this, but it is hard to make it clear to you because…
A Friendly Guide to Hypocrisy, Proverbs 14:34, and the Power of True Righteousness Have you ever noticed someone who’s quick to criticize others for their mistakes, but conveniently forgets their own? That’s what we call selective righteousness—a fancy term for when people apply moral standards inconsistently. In simple terms, it’s a form of hypocrisy: condemning others while excusing their own…
Over the past several years, certain truths have stirred deeply in my spirit, reminding me of what truly matters in both our faith and in how we view the world. These reflections center on righteousness, justice, and the importance of preaching the gospel with clarity and conviction. Righteousness and Justice: What Do They Mean for Us? At the heart of…
An Exploration of Faith and the Human Condition Throughout history, faith has served as a guiding light for millions, encouraging believers to pursue lives of humility, love, and obedience to God. Yet, there have been moments where selfish desires have veered professing Christians away from these principles, leading them into spiritual darkness. This phenomenon, rooted in human nature, is not…
Understanding Divine Justice Beyond Human Comparisons Introduction: Why God’s Justice Is Often Misunderstood When people hear the word “justice,” it’s easy to picture a courtroom, a judge in a robe, or laws that govern how we treat each other. We naturally compare God’s justice to these familiar scenes. But, as comforting as these images might be, they can lead us…
A Simple Reflection on a Biblical Principle What Is Righteousness and Why Is It Important? Righteousness is about doing what is right and just. The Bible says that when a nation acts righteously, it becomes strong and respected, but when people do wrong, it brings shame and trouble (Proverbs 14:34). In other words, living in a way that pleases God…
How Compassion and Fairness Flow from True Belief Introduction: Faith and Justice Connection Faith and justice are not just two separate ideas—they’re deeply intertwined, especially when viewed through the lens of the gospel. When we talk about faith, we often think about what we believe. But faith, when rooted in the gospel, naturally leads us to care about justice: making things…
When people talk about God, two words that come up a lot are “righteousness” and “justice.” But what do these really mean, and why do they matter so much to God? Let’s break it down in everyday language. What Is Righteousness? Righteousness is about doing what’s right—acting in ways that are honest, fair, and good. Think of it as living…
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…
