To thrive as humans, we need love, purpose, and hope beyond basic needs. Love from others and God gives value to our existence. Purpose comes from fulfilling God’s intentions, enriching lives, and generating disciples. Hope, based on biblical confidence in eternal life through Jesus, empowers us to face challenges and transcends temporary struggles.
Tag: Sinful nature
Damaged People
The author discusses the pervasive damage caused by sin, genetics, societal influences, and personal trauma, emphasizing the need for recognition and healing. Despite the hopelessness of human condition, there is hope through God’s love and redemption. Personal transformation is possible, enabling individuals to transcend their damage and embrace a renewed identity.
Does God Bring Judgments on Groups?
The content discusses the inherent troubles of humanity stemming from sinful nature, a divine curse, and the influence of Satan, which leads to suffering. It argues that while God’s disposition is generally positive, He can display wrath, especially towards groups persistently provoking Him. The text urges caution in interpreting current events as divine judgment.
The Mysteries of the Garden of Eden
The Genesis 3 account of creation, sin, and humanity’s origin, often dismissed as myth, is viewed as historically significant. While Adam and Eve represent humanity’s sinful nature, the story illustrates God’s patience and plan for salvation through Jesus. It addresses deep questions about our existence and moral struggles, highlighting the need for redemption.
The Curse and the California Wildfires
This week’s wildfires have caused unprecedented destruction, echoing past calamities in Lahaina and Paradise. The rising death toll raises questions about spiritual implications and human stewardship of the land. As creation suffers from “the curse,” effective land management strategies and a deeper understanding of our role are urgently needed to mitigate future disasters.
Do We Have a Free Will?
Recently articles have hit the press about a Stanford neuroscientist and biologist, Dr. Robert Sapolsky. Dr. Sapolsky believes that humans … More
What Is “Sinful Nature”?
In many areas of human behavior, a question emerges as to whether the behavior is nature (driven by our DNA) … More
God’s Unusual Justice
Human beings did not create themselves, and the proof for saying that we are just the product of chance is … More