Tag: doctrine
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Engaging with Entertainment: Part 2
Let’s take a song like Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Instead of just enjoying it (which most of us do), start asking deeper questions: What does it say about identity, guilt, or meaning? Listen to lines like: “Mama, just killed a man… Put a gun against his head, pulled my trigger, now he’s dead…” There’s an…
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Engaging with Entertainment: Part 1
We live in a world saturated with entertainment. Movies, music, streaming shows, podcasts, TikTok videos, and digital art constantly shape how we think, feel, and imagine reality. Whether we realize it or not, we are being formed by what we consume. “You are what you eat.” The question is not whether media influences us, it…
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Why God’s Judgment Is Just: A Christian Perspective
Judgment. It’s a word that makes a lot of people uncomfortable. It brings up questions, emotions, and maybe even a little fear. Is God really fair?Do people actually get what they deserve? Whether you’re a believer seeking clarity, a skeptic with honest questions, or somewhere in between, you’re in the right place. Because from a…
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5 Things You Should Know About Adoptionism
“Who do you say that I am?” Jesus’ question in Matthew 16:15 isn’t just for the disciples; it’s the question that defines every generation. One of the earliest heresies in Christian history continues to shape how millions of people think about Jesus today. It’s rarely called by its ancient name, but the idea survives, disguised…
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Reformation Month: The Five Solas
On October 31, 1517, a young monk named Martin Luther walked up to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, hammer in hand. He posted a list of 95 arguments against the sale of indulgences (certificates sold by church authorities that claimed to reduce the time a soul would spend in purgatory) on the…
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10 Must-Read Christian Books for Non-Believers
If you are interested in understanding Christianity … not through rumors, stereotypes, or social media clips—but by actually engaging with the best books written by Christians themselves? Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or somewhere in between, these ten books will give you a front-row seat to what Christians believe and why. If you’re not a Christian,…
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The Forgiveness of Sin | The Apostles’ Creed Part 11
Grace That Frees and Transforms We live in a culture where judgment travels faster than truth. One mistake—caught on video or typed in haste—can become a headline. A misstep becomes a meme. And suddenly, someone’s entire life is reduced to a single moment of failure. The world doesn’t forget. And it rarely forgives. But here’s…
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The Holy Catholic Church | The Apostles’ Creed Part 10
Most of the Apostles’ Creed lifts our gaze to heaven. We proclaim belief in God the Father Almighty, in Jesus Christ His only Son, in the Holy Spirit, the resurrection of the dead, and the life everlasting. We’ve climbed a theological mountain—and then, suddenly, the Creed shifts our focus. It gets horizontal. “I believe in…
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I Believe in the Holy Spirit | The Apostles’ Creed Part 9
When it comes to the Christian faith, many of us feel pretty confident talking about God the Father or Jesus the Son. But when the conversation turns to the Holy Spirit, things get fuzzy. Some imagine Him as a mystical force, an emotional surge during worship, or a theological afterthought. Others avoid the topic altogether…
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Jesus Didn’t Just Rise, He Ascended! | The Apostles’ Creed Part 7
The Ascension of Jesus often gets overlooked—but without it, the Gospel is incomplete. In this post, we unpack one of the most powerful and least-discussed moments in Jesus’ life: His physical ascension into heaven. Why did He leave? What does it mean for us today? And how does this moment shape your identity, mission, and…