Posted on 16 July 2026
Self-examination is an important aspect of living as an authentic Christian. However, as humans, we tend to deceive ourselves and would rather believe that we are better, smarter, and more ethical than we truly are. To counter this tendency, careful and Spirit-directed self-examination keeps us honest with ourselves …
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Posted on 16 July 2026
Self-harm, as we understand it today, such as cutting or burning, is not the same as the self-mutilation mentioned in the Bible. The self-mutilation in the Bible was often associated with pagan idol worship. However, there are instances in the Bible where self-harm is related to demonic oppression …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
Pessimism is the tendency to see the worst in things and expect the worst possible outcome. It is the mindset of viewing life through a negative lens. However, as Christians, we are called to have hope and trust in God's promises. The Bible is a book of hope …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
We all desire acceptance and validation from others. From a young age, we learn to read social cues and adjust our behavior to please others. However, when we place too much importance on popularity and seek validation solely from others' opinions, we are on the wrong path …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
Prejudice is a form of preferential bias that can be either favorable or unfavorable. However, it is most commonly understood as a negative opinion formed without sufficient knowledge or just grounds. Prejudice often targets groups or types of people rather than individuals and is frequently expressed as unreasonable …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
In the Bible, procreation is a command given by God to both Adam and Eve and later to Noah and his family. In Genesis 1:28, God tells Adam and Eve to "be fruitful and increase in number." This command was given when Adam and Eve were the …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
Respecting others is an important teaching in the Bible. The apostle Peter provides a comprehensive summary of the Bible's teachings on respect in his first Epistle: "Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king" (1 Peter 2:17). This passage highlights …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
The Bible teaches us that as believers, we have a responsibility to live for God. Our motivation for this comes from our belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which gives us hope and the promise of eternal life with Him. In 1 Corinthians 15, the apostle Paul …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
In our world filled with lies and deceit, self-deception is a common occurrence. The Bible warns us about the dangers of deceiving ourselves and provides guidance on how to avoid falling into this trap. Our own hearts are deceitful, easily fooling us (Jeremiah 17:9). We can be …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
Self-discipline, also known as self-control, is an essential aspect of the Christian life. It is one of the fruits of the Spirit mentioned by the apostle Paul in Galatians 5:22-23. Self-discipline refers to our ability to control and restrain ourselves from various feelings, impulses, and desires, including …
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Posted on 15 July 2026
The Bible has been a subject of debate when it comes to the issue of sexism. Sexism refers to the unfair and unwarranted treatment of a person based solely on their biological gender. While the Bible acknowledges the natural differences between men and women, it is important …
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