What Really Happens to the Wicked? truthsum.org
TS Writer
2 months ago in Heaven & Hell
Many believe the wicked go to hell – a place of unending torment where fire burns forever. But does the Bible actually teach that? Scripture says God is love (1 John 4:8). Would a loving God torture people for eternity over a short lifetime of sin? Jesus said those who believe “should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). Perish means to die –…
Beyond Clichés: Rediscovering Biblical Wisdom in a World of Catchy Sayings truthsum.org
TS Writer
2 months ago in Biblical Discernment
Catchy sayings like “God will never give you more than you can handle” often circulate in Christian circles. They sound comforting, but they risk oversimplifying the rich and demanding call of discipleship. Scripture paints a deeper picture, describing believers as children, athletes, soldiers, servants, and members of God’s family. Jesus taught that entrance into His kingdom requires childlike humility – a readiness to trust and…
Feast of Tabernacles: Celebrating God’s Restored Kingdom truthsum.org
TS Writer
3 weeks ago in Feast of Tabernacles
From the moment we are born, the world is dominated by self-interest. Division, conflict, and selfish ambition shape human relationships and even nature itself. This mindset, traced back to Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, continues to influence humanity (Genesis 3). Pride and rebellion, first seen in Satan (Ezekiel 28), spread like a virus, affecting angels, humans, and the natural world alike (Revelation…
Finding Encouragement in Day of Atonement Fasting truthsum.org
For many, the Day of Atonement is a challenging Holy Day. Fasting can be uncomfortable, even daunting, yet it carries profound encouragement for God’s people. It’s more than abstaining from food—it’s a tool for spiritual growth, physical renewal, and resilience in faith. God designed our bodies to respond powerfully to fasting. Studies show fasting triggers a kind of immune system “reset”, clearing damaged cells and…
The Day God Made for Us: Rediscovering the Sabbath truthsum.org
TS Writer
2 months ago in Weekly Sabbath
Before Israel, Sinai, or sin, God set apart a day: “Then God blessed the seventh day and sanctified it” (Genesis 2:3, NKJV). The Sabbath was woven into creation – not for one nation, but for all humanity (Mark 2:27). It is a gift, a sign of covenant, and a rhythm of rest pointing to God’s Kingdom (Exodus 31:13; Hebrews 4:9). Yet history shows a pattern…
The Day of Atonement: Covering Sin and Removing Satan truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
4 weeks ago in Atonement
The Day of Atonement is one of God’s most solemn holy days, set apart not for feasting but for fasting and reflection. Its meaning reaches to the heart of God’s plan: humanity cannot be reconciled to Him without both the covering of sin and the removal of Satan. On a personal level, the apostle John reminds us: “If anyone sins, we have an Advocate with…
The Feast of Trumpets: Warning and Hope truthsum.org
TS Writer
1 month ago in Day of Trumpets
The Feast of Trumpets has always stirred a mixture of emotions in me. Growing up, some messages emphasized the sobering prophecies leading up to Christ’s return – wars, upheavals, and God’s judgment. We understood this to mean that even God’s people would face tribulation, and that nations of the West, including the U.S., would experience devastation. That brought the reality of this day very close…
A Reunion Beyond Time: The Promise of the Last Great Day truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
2 weeks ago in Last Great Day
As we all watch the stories on social media, a collective gasp of relief and celebration filled the world as captives were finally returned to the arms of those who had waited for them for years. The tears, laughter, and raw emotion in those moments offer a small but powerful glimpse of a far greater reality – the promise of the Last Great Day. Spiritually,…
The Feast of Trumpets: A Warning and a Hope youtu.be
The Feast of Trumpets is the fourth step in God’s plan of salvation, commanded in Leviticus 23:24 as a “memorial of blowing of trumpets.” In Scripture, trumpets announced war and destruction (Numbers 10) and the coronation of a king (1 Kings 1:34). Both meanings reveal the prophetic purpose of this day. First, it points to the coming Day of the Lord – a year-long period…
Living With Purpose Through Faith truthsum.org
Faith is one of the most commonly used words in religion, yet its meaning is often misunderstood. Many think of faith as a vague feeling, a comforting belief, or an abstract idea. True biblical faith, however, is much more specific: it is belief plus trust in God, demonstrated through our actions. Faith grows from knowing God’s commands, learning His ways, and making choices aligned with…
Did Jesus Fulfill the Law—or God’s Instruction? truthsum.org
For centuries, many Christians have viewed the Old Testament law as something fulfilled—and therefore no longer binding—by Jesus’ sacrifice. The confusion often begins with a single translation choice: rendering the Hebrew word Torah as law. When we hear “law,” we think of legal codes, penalties, or regulations. But Torah means far more. It derives from a root meaning “to instruct” or “to guide.” In its…