When I became a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, I was eager to drop the cherry-picking ways I had previously taken with Scripture. I was filled with excitement to dive right in and read the entire Bible from cover to cover. In my mind, …
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Context is King? A Simple Analysis of the Rising Abuse of Context
Context gives life to a text. A verse taken out of context, so to speak has been robbed of its intended meaning and has therefore, been made to be like a ball of gum that can be pressed and moulded to suit one’s ideas and …
Meology vs Theology: How Self-Focus Has Infiltrated the Church
In today’s world, the influence of individualism and self-focus is undeniable. From social media feeds to self-help bestsellers, the narrative of “me”, “myself” and “I “ has become pervasive. But have you ever considered whether this trend has seeped into the church? Well, in this …
A Simple Guide to Choosing an English Bible Translation
It’s easy to feel like you’re navigating uncharted waters in the vast expanse of English Bible translations. With so many options, each claiming to be the “most accurate” or the “most readable,” how do you pick the one that truly suits your needs? Well, you’re …
How to Develop a Gospel-Centered Approach to Bible Study
I believe that a Gospel-centered approach to Bible Study is foundational to a meaningful engagement with the Bible. Because at the heart of the Christian faith lies the person of Jesus Christ and the redemptive message of the Gospel. In Luke 24:27, Jesus Himself affirmed …
Bibliolatry: Should Christians Beware of Making the Bible an Idol?
Three months ago, I encountered a remarkable statement made by a pastor on YouTube rebuking Christians who have the audacity to think that everything God wants them to know can only be found in the Bible. He likened this to worshipping the Bible saying, “When …
