The best psalms to read when people speak evil, hateful, slanderous things about you

These Psalms collectively offer a rich source of comfort, assurance, and guidance for believers facing the pain of hateful and slanderous speech. They remind the faithful of God's protection, justice, and unwavering presence in their lives.

When faced with the sting of hateful and slanderous speech, believers can find comfort and guidance in the Psalms. The Bible has many examples of faithful individuals who endured malicious accusations and falsehoods yet responded with unwavering trust in God. King David, frequently targeted by slander and betrayal, composed many Psalms seeking God’s protection and justice. Jesus Christ, the epitome Continue reading The best psalms to read when people speak evil, hateful, slanderous things about you

The Footprints and Fingerprints of Satan’s Temptations

Satan's footprints and fingerprints of temptation through the lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life, are consistent

From the earliest pages of the Bible, the footprints and fingerprints of temptation from Satan as the tempter have always been the same. In this study, we aim to examine the temptations instigated by Satan in the light of three categories defined in 1 John 2:16: the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of Continue reading The Footprints and Fingerprints of Satan’s Temptations

Can Satan read minds and influence thoughts?

Demonic influence is crafty and deceitful, able to induce temptation and deception, by physical interaction, through circumstances, and even in dreams and visions.

Before diving into the discussion of whether Satan can read our minds and influence our thoughts, it is essential to recognize that as a powerful spiritual entity, Satan can exert significant influence over people’s actions, words, and even thoughts. This is not merely a metaphorical or indirect influence; it is a direct, active involvement in the physical and spiritual realms. Continue reading Can Satan read minds and influence thoughts?

Biblical Christianity vs Religion of Humanism

Humanism is a religion that celebrates human potential and emphasizes reason, critical thinking, and individual autonomy.

The Religion of Humanism and Biblical Christianity are two distinct philosophical and ethical systems that offer fundamentally different views of the world, human nature, and morality. They are quite different in several key areas. Humanism: Humanism is a progressive philosophy of life that prioritizes human beings, values reason, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision making, and views individuals as responsible for Continue reading Biblical Christianity vs Religion of Humanism

They left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)

Does 1 John 2:19 mean people that leave us are not saved?

Does 1 John 2:19 mean people that leave us are not saved? The interpretation of 1 John 2:19 has sparked debate among Christian groups, with some using the verse to label those who leave their local fellowship as unsaved and dangerous. This has led to the prohibition of fellowship, prayer, or even sharing meals with such individuals. However, it is Continue reading They left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)