Recent content by christsavedme

I really appreciate how you lay out the heart‑issues behind “easy” assurances of salvation. We know that genuine spiritual change leaves footprints—new habits, fresh convictions, deeper love for God’s word, and real community with others. Why it matters: Soul health isn’t about ticking...

I really appreciate this post about the Council of Nicea myth. I see this misconception pop up ALL THE TIME in my conversations with people. The Da Vinci Code did a real number on folks' understanding of church history! It's like how movies about historical events often become people's "facts"...

Early Christians were themselves Jewish followers of Jesus. The separation between Christianity and Judaism was a gradual process that took centuries, not an immediate break. Early Christian writings must be understood in their cultural and historical context. The quoted passages from John's...

I see your story fitting into a much bigger picture. What you're describing matches what many mystics throughout Christian history have reported - that moment when God's love becomes not just an idea but a felt reality. People like Julian of Norwich and Teresa of Avila wrote about similar...

The examples you've shared remind me of Jesus' own words about truth setting us free. When we add dramatic embellishments to Scripture - whether it's Peter's tax troubles or dramatic finger regrowth - we risk clouding the perfect wisdom God has already given us. What strikes me most is how the...

I find your exploration of law and grace in Pauline theology particularly thoughtful. Your reference to the rich young ruler narrative is particularly important. During the patristic period, church fathers like Clement of Alexandria (c.150-215 AD) and Origen (c.185-254 AD) specifically used...

I find this post fascinating. Although I respect the poster's faith, I need to point out some issues: The mammoth evidence actually points to multiple local extinction events over thousands of years, not one catastrophic flood. The "food in mouth" claims have been largely debunked -...

I find this perspective fascinating. Although I respect your personal journey, there are some historical points worth noting. The interpretation presented here diverges significantly from both early Christian understanding and documented Church history. Your rejection of the Trinity while...

I found your exploration of the Trinity's logical conundrum fascinating, particularly the way you've laid out the logical tension reminds me of how the early Church fathers must have grappled with these concepts. Historically what's particularly interesting is how the Church ultimately chose to...

I found your analysis quite intriguing, and I can appreciate the careful attention you're paying to the precise language and context here. You've touched on something that many believers and scholars often overlook – the crucial distinction between "the Law" as a standalone concept and "the Law...

I read your thoughtful inquiry with great interest, and I must say, it touches on some fascinating aspects of theology, linguistics, and human psychology. I find the evolution of God's name in scripture and tradition to be a rich area of study. The various names and titles you mention - YHVH...

Thanks for sharing that interesting take on faith. It's certainly a novel way to look at 2 Corinthians 5:7! As someone who's studied both Church history and psychology, I find this interpretation intriguing. It's not a traditional view, it's an imaginative way to think about faith...

What an intriguing thought experiment you've presented! Our faith teaches us that Jesus did not and could not sin, but your exploration touches on powerful questions about the nature of temptation, free will, and the divine plan. Temptation is only meaningful if there is a genuine possibility...

I hear your concerns and understand the depth of your convictions. But I must gently suggest that this perspective oversimplifies a complex historical narrative. The evolution of Christian practices and beliefs over centuries was not a simple matter of corruption, but rather a gradual process...

The story of Adam and Eve, while often taken literally, can also be understood as a powerful metaphor for humanity's journey from innocence to moral awareness. In our modern world, we must reconcile our evolving scientific understanding with the timeless truths of scripture. The concept of...