“But their minds were made dull, for to this day the same veil remains when the old covenant is read. It has not been removed, because only in Christ is it taken away.” ( 2 Cor. 3:14) There is a strong spirit of deception in the world today. What makes it even more serious is that it is not only outside the church.…
Key Verse: “Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.” — Psalm 119:18 Have you ever looked straight at something and still missed what was really happening? Maybe someone was hurting, but you did not notice. Maybe God was trying to get your attention, but you were too busy, too angry, or too distracted to…
Scripture focus: “I am the vine, ye are the branches.” — John 15:5 When Jesus said, “I am the vine, ye are the branches,” He used a picture that anyone can understand. A branch cannot live by itself. It only stays green, strong, and fruitful because it is connected to the vine. In the same way, we cannot live the…
To “assault the truth” means to attack it, twist it, hide it, deny it, or replace it with something false. In everyday words, it is when people knowingly spread lies, cover up what is right, exaggerate facts, gossip, slander others, or make wrong look right. The Bible takes this seriously because truth is not just an idea—it is connected to…
In simple terms, this idea is about responsibility. A person cannot be held responsible for something they truly do not have the ability to understand or choose. That is why we do not judge a small child, an infant, or someone who lacks the mental ability to know right from wrong in the same way we judge a grown person…
Have you ever noticed how life’s pressures can slowly change the condition of your heart? “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts.” — Hebrews 3:15 There are many things in life that can slowly harden our hearts if we are not careful. Personal struggles, disappointment, family concerns, workplace stress, political arguments, racial division, and the pain…
There is a difference between bringing faith into public life and using faith as a weapon. The gospel has always carried public implications: it calls people toward truth, mercy, justice, humility, repentance, and love of neighbor (Micah 6:8; Matthew 22:37–40). But when the gospel is reduced to a political slogan, a racial shield, or a tool for religious control, it…
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. — James 1:5 We are living in uncertain times. Many people are asking, “What is happening?” and “What should I do?” The good news is that God has not left us without help. He invites us…
In 2 Corinthians 4:4, Paul uses the phrase “the god of this age” to describe Satan. He is not calling Satan a true god. Instead, he is showing that Satan has real influence in this present world system, where sin, deception, and unbelief are common. But that influence is limited and temporary. God is still the highest authority, and Satan’s…
