Truth often carries a price few are willing to pay. It demands everything—particularly the surrender of everything tied to personal identity. When Jesus brought truth to humanity two thousand years ago, it met resistance then, as it does now. Why? Because the truth offers little comfort to humans who have…
The Foundation of God’s True Church
In an era where countless groups claim to represent the one true Church founded by Jesus Christ, uncertainty can easily take root. The path to clarity, however, lies not in navigating competing human interpretations but in returning to the Church’s original foundation. The enduring strength of God’s Church rests squarely…
The Highest Expression of Humility is Washing Someone’s Feet
At the core of Jesus’ mission was a radical dismantling of pride—the very root of human sin. Pride manifests most visibly through our attachment to possessions, creating societies that measure worth by wealth and look down upon those with less. Yet history reveals one figure whose honor was stripped before…
Influence: The Power That Drives Change
We are all shaped by influence—from family, friends, and colleagues—just as we shape others, often without realizing it. A nation’s character frequently reflects the impact of influential figures and even languages spread through persuasion rather than force. In many ways, influence surpasses other forms of power. Christianity, through its uplifting…
The Problem with Honor is that it Nullifies Salvation
At the heart of humanity’s struggle lies the pursuit of honor—a pursuit that sustains the very pride Scripture identifies as central to our sinfulness. In a fallen world, we must recognize that pride is not merely a byproduct of sin but its very engine. Jesus came to reveal the way…
Two Paths to Wealth: A Question of Value
The pursuit of wealth is a universal human endeavor, but the path one takes to acquire it reveals one’s true character. For those who trust in God’s provision, as taught in Matthew 6:25-34, wealth is not the ultimate goal but a potential byproduct of a life focused on higher purposes.…
The Singularity of Authority: An Examination of Loyalty, Worship, and the Image of God
The concept of a single, ultimate authority is a foundational principle that governs not only spiritual life but also the structures of human civilization. The notion that loyalty cannot be divided, that it must be directed toward a singular source, is embedded in our societal frameworks. For instance, the legal…
People Often Mistake Wisdom for Foolishness
Confusion often arises from the unpredictable ways situations unfold. Imagine driving behind someone who signals left but turns right—it’s not merely risky; it can cause accidents and gridlock. Such inconsistency makes navigating life unnecessarily difficult. On a broader scale, witnessing poverty in Africa or wars elsewhere sometimes stems from mistaking…
Authenticity Flows from the Source
The Foundation of Truth It’s only common sense to verify the source before accepting any information as true. In professional journalism, this principle stands as a cornerstone of ethical practice—verifying details before publication, including seeking input from those involved. The most egregious reporting failures occur when unverified claims are treated…
Truth is Distinct from the Personality That Reveals It
Human intentions flow from various origins, some benevolent and others malevolent. Goodness, intrinsically connected to truth, maintains its virtuous nature regardless of who articulates it. Similarly, falsehood retains its corrupt character no matter the prestige of the speaker. The confusion arises when we inextricably bind these qualities to particular individuals—a…
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