Andrew Masuku

The Bible isn’t always easy for the average reader to connect with. That difficulty isn’t accidental. When Jesus was asked why He spoke to the crowds in parables, He explained that direct teaching was reserved for those truly seeking a connection with God (Mark 4:10–12). Similarly, God told Moses that…

Legal officers, like anyone else, can be swayed by public opinion. That is precisely why it is often said that court matters should not be openly debated while proceedings are ongoing. Justice is not a matter of personal inclination—it is a higher, almost sacred principle that law officers are sworn…

When reading the New Testament, people assume Jesus was universally honored as Lord. Yet, despite His deep wisdom, He was never revered worldwide. To many ordinary people, He seemed like a failure, which makes the praise He now receives feel curious. If Jesus is to be regarded as the way,…

It may seem far-fetched, but many of the world’s lingering problems exist simply because people avoid facing challenges head-on. Politeness is often mistaken for the very virtues that build genuine peace. Struggles like drug abuse, alcoholism, broken marriages, wars, church splits, and corruption persist because too many people hesitate to…

George Washington is often regarded as one of the best presidents in U.S. history, serving as a model of a “good” executive through his handling of the Whiskey Rebellion (1791–1794). As the nation’s first president, he faced violent protests from Pennsylvania farmers over an unpopular federal excise tax on whiskey…

Why do ordinary people seem to envy African dictators? An even deeper question might be: Do dictators themselves truly enjoy being in power? One reason they do is the staunch, often idolatrous support they receive from their followers. Many ordinary people view becoming president as the pinnacle of achievement in…

Before leaving, Jesus promised His disciples that He would never abandon them but would remain with them spiritually. Though the world may assume He is no longer with humanity, He continues to be present with His disciples and all future believers who follow in faith (John 14:15-21). Even though He…

Truth is truth, no matter who speaks it. Early in His ministry, Jesus faced intense opposition—not because what He said was false, but because the people could not accept that someone they looked down on could speak such profound truth. They had no real argument against His teachings; His background…

The advent of social media is one of the greatest gifts of our time. Those who criticize it are often the same people who thrive on limiting access to information. Ironically, while criminals use social media to spread falsehoods, they also resent its role in making truthful information more accessible.…

Christianity is about restoring humanity to the original state intended by God at creation. This is an enormous challenge that’s unlikely to appeal to a world on a misguided path. Jesus faced strong resistance, not from deliberate malice, but from the belief that the status quo didn’t need change. The…