Bible Study

Have you ever been in a relationship, and soon after you left, you noticed your ex-partner’s flaws? Or does everyone around you (mostly those with good intentions) warn you of your partner’s flaws or red flags, as we would call them, but you can’t see them? Well, we can easily say in such cases that you’re blinded by love. ‘Love is blind’, you would say, as you justify your partner’s mistakes and hurt yourself in the process. Sometimes seeing unlikeable traits in them but choosing to ignore them and even regard them as good qualities. In our relationship with God, […]

Introduction: Christ and the Problem of Freedom Why did Christ reject power, miracles, and authority? In Dostoevsky’s “The Grand Inquisitor,” this question forms the core of a deep debate about human nature and freedom. The Grand Inquisitor claims that Christ misunderstood what humans need to be happy. He thinks people don’t want freedom—they want security. They need someone to make decisions for them, to remove their burdens. This story puts Christ’s message of love and free will in a harsh light, showing how difficult freedom can be. The Inquisition: A Stage Set for Christ’s Return The story takes place during […]

Introduction: The Religious Landscape and the Uniqueness of Jesus The world is filled with many religions. Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, and Buddhism all hold significant sway, each offering their own path to spiritual fulfillment. In Islam, they follow the teachings of the prophet Muhammad; in Hinduism, there are many gods, paths to enlightenment, and reincarnation cycles; Christianity stems from the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ; in Buddhism, the goal is to achieve enlightenment by following the Buddha’s teachings. All these paths except for Christianity focus on human effort and knowledge to find truth. The purpose of this article is […]

Introduction: A Battle Between Good and Evil I was recently watching a sermon by Ty Gibson and something he said hit home. He painted a vivid picture of our world—which is a battlefield— filled with evil, not just around us but within us. The evil around us—in the headlines, in our daily struggles, and in our decisions—is a reflection of the real battle happening inside every heart. The cumulative evil seen around us is a reflection of what’s in individual hearts. There’s a battle between good and evil in all of us. I hear you constantly expressing a desire to […]

“Give me this mountain!” The bold declaration echoes a profound plea—a courageous request for challenges that test and strengthen faith. It embodies a willingness to embrace greater responsibilities, knowing that with a heart fully committed to God, defeat finds no foothold. Just as Caleb fearlessly petitioned for the daunting Mountain Land, we too can draw inspiration from his unwavering trust in God’s assistance amidst adversity. Caleb was a figure in the Bible, specifically in the Old Testament. He was one of the twelve spies Moses sent to explore the land of Canaan. (Numbers 13:6) Caleb and Joshua were two spies […]

Understanding God’s love is not merely an intellectual pursuit but a journey of the heart. It marks the beginning of a profound relationship with the Divine, one that reshapes our perceptions and transforms our lives. Through the lens of nature, we catch a glimpse of God’s boundless affection, as every sunrise and sunset, every blade of grass, and every whispering breeze speak of His love and care. Yet, this understanding has been obscured by the insidious whispers of doubt planted by the adversary. “ For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him […]

Can two walk together, except they be agreed? {Amos 3:3) Journey With God Walking. What comes to mind when you hear the word? A road perhaps? Endurance? Sweat? How about two walking together? Which mental picture forms in your mind? Cooperation between the travelers. One waiting for the other? The two encourage each other when the going gets tough. The travelers are conversing as they progress. Suppose they agree, that is. For them being at odds will add difficulties and challenges to the journey. The two need to be on par. Communing. Interestingly, the Bible uses walking as a metaphor […]