Growth begins with hearing
Christian growth is shaped by the word of God, the Spirit of God, and the people of God.
Ordinary obedience
The goal is not information alone but a life that increasingly reflects the goodness of Christ.
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Christian growth is shaped by the word of God, the Spirit of God, and the people of God.
The goal is not information alone but a life that increasingly reflects the goodness of Christ.
The Bible does not give us the particular reason for every tragedy. It does, however, reveal a God who is holy, sovereign, compassionate, and personally involved in overcoming evil.
How should I understand difficult passages about violence, slavery, and the treatment of women?Take these passages seriously. You do not need to pretend they are easy, and you should not assume that every action described in the Bible is something God approves.
Does the Bible contradict itself or conflict with science?Christians believe that Scripture is truthful and coherent because God is its ultimate author. That conviction does not mean every passage is equally easy to understand or every apparent difficulty has a simple explanation.
How can I understand a Bible passage without taking it out of context?Begin by asking what the passage communicates in its own setting before asking how it applies to you.