Decoding Modesty: Biblical Reasons Why Christian Women Should Embrace It
In a culture that celebrates being loud, obnoxious, impolite, and less private, modesty appears to be a virtue that’s disappearing from society. Moreso, at a time when female empowerment is portrayed as being somewhat synonymous with how much skin one shows, today, modesty is seen …
Should Christians Look Outside the Bible to Discern God’s Will?
In this fast-paced world, we often find ourselves seeking reassurance and confirmation in our decision-making processes. And as Christians, it’s only natural to desire a clear understanding of God’s will and purpose for our lives. As a result, it’s not uncommon for Christians to read …
The Potential Pitfalls of Following Christian Influencers
In this age of social media, influencers are seen as trendsetters and role models. So much so, that their 10 favorite products automatically become our 10 favorite products. We don’t just follow them for their content but also for their opinion. As such, Christian influencers …
Understanding the Sovereignty of God
God’s sovereignty is a concept that touches the very core of our understanding of God’s nature and His relationship with the world. Understanding the sovereignty of God can profoundly impact our perspectives on life, faith, and spiritual growth. Therefore, in this post, we’ll delve into …
Exegesis vs. Eisegesis: Unveiling the Depths of Bible Study
Bible study is an integral part of the Christian life. And seeking the knowledge of God should be our lifelong commitment. In seeking to interpret and understand what the Bible says, the approach used in studying it is crucial. There are two contrasting hermeneutical methods …
Is “Decree and Declare” Biblical?
Decreeing and declaring is ingrained in how Christians pray today. So much so that I’m willing to bet that most Christians hardly pray without mentioning these two words. As such. I believe we should examine this practice in light of what Scripture teaches. What is …
Mysticism: The Dangers of Seeking Special Revelation
Growing up in a Christian household, tuning in to Christian television was the norm. There was a specific program that stood out, featuring guests who claimed to have all kinds of supernatural experiences from God on a regular basis. These encounters ranged from glimpses of …
Positive Confession: Debunking the Power of the Tongue
As a newly born-again Christian, one of the first things that I was taught at my local church was what we called the ‘power of the tongue’. The idea was that Christians possessed the ability to bring about both positive and negative outcomes through their …
The Damning Theology of the Word of Faith Movement
It’s been said that whereas Christianity is dying in the West, it is growing by leaps and bounds in Africa. But is this truly the case? Unfortunately, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that much of the teachings in African churches are steeped in what …
Are Positive Affirmations Biblical? My Thoughts
Are Positive affirmations Biblical? And should Christians use them? With the idea of positive affirmations gaining popularity within Christian circles, I believe that it’s crucial that we examine it Biblically. But first… What are Positive affirmations? Positive affirmations are a daily practice of repeating encouraging …
Bible Interpretation: Descriptive vs Prescriptive Passages
When it comes to the application of scripture, it’s important to determine whether a passage is descriptive or prescriptive. In the previous blog post, we looked at the principles of interpreting the scriptures correctly. And what came up is that Bible interpretation should be aimed …
6 Principles for Interpreting the Bible Correctly
One of the perks of going to a Christian university is getting to take a few common courses in Theology. One such course that I took was Biblical Hermeneutics. I didn’t know it then, but this course has been such a resource in my personal …
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