Christian teachings concerning the “fall of man” hold that God made man complete, perfect, with an immortal spirit soul. Further, that this creation was then corrupted by Satan, forever condemning humanity to hell, and that God has ever since been trying to “save” men in a contest with Satan for these fallen souls. That’s not what the Bible says. Man is mortal. He does not…
Story Category: Human Beings
Living the Convincing Life: The Biblical Power of Example Over Argument truthsum.org
TS Writer
4 years ago in Human Beings
In a world overflowing with noise and opinions, the Bible points us to a quieter—but far more powerful – way of influence: a life well-lived. From beginning to end, Scripture emphasizes how God’s people live, not how loudly they speak. The greatest testimony is not clever words or forceful debates, but integrity, humility, and obedience to God’s ways. Israel was never sent to convert the…
Remember Your Creator – Ulysses Ronquillo thefatherscall.org
Brian Orchard
4 years ago in Human Beings
King Solomon’s depth of experience – good and bad – allowed him to accumulate (with God’s help), a great deal of wisdom. Toward the end of his life he wrote the book of Ecclesiastes in order to leave a legacy of his wise conclusions. The final chapter of the book pulls together his powerful observations regarding life and life’s priorities. It begins with an admonition…
Original Sin – Sam Sweat ucg.org
Steven Orchard
4 years ago in Sin, Creation, Human Beings
Original Sin is a cornerstone of popular Christianity that claims human beings are born evil; i.e. Adam transmitted guilt for his sin to each of us by virtue of simple heredity. This is a fundamentally wrong premise with far reaching bad consequences throughout modern history for both Christians and non-Christians. The doctrine was championed by St. Augustine, who was a Gnostic blending paganism and Greek…
Examining Our Assumptions – Tim Vail thefatherscall.org
Brian Orchard
4 years ago in Human Beings, Family
We all have the proclivity to make assumptions. We make them in our relationships with each other and in our relationship with God. An assumption assumes a certain reality that can be very different to the truth of a matter. Assumptions often lead to incorrect conclusions which in turn can lead to building walls and barriers. Satan the Devil is a master at inducing us…
Paths of the Sea, Highways of the Heart – Bryan Fall tomorrowsworld.org
Marshall Stiver
4 years ago in Human Beings
It is hard to look at the ocean up close and personal and not be impressed with the majesty of its unending waves and tides. It’s power, rhythm and beauty is so immense that it beckons millions to come to its shores or out into its depths. Even so, there is far more to it than meets the eye. The Psalmist was inspired to write…
Biblical Principles of Health – Douglas S. Winnail tomorrowsworld.org
Ryan Welsh
5 years ago in Human Beings
As we face a global pandemic, this article sets out to show, in extensive detail, biblical health principles. It’s not widely understood but the biblical approach to health focuses on education, the prevention of disease and the active promotion of health”. Without ignoring the spiritual implication of many of Gods laws, the health benefits of keeping said laws are undeniable. Overall health benefits, including protection from infectious disease…
Reasoning with God: The Forgotten Discipline in Theology truthsum.org
TS Writer
5 years ago in Human Beings
In an age where we’re told to “trust the experts,” many forget that reasoning isn’t just a philosophical tool – it’s a biblical command. From theology to politics, society is increasingly split between blind trust in authority and the bold question: Does this actually make sense? The Bible not only allows that question – it encourages it. Isaiah 1:18 says, “Come now, and let us…
Are Humans Good or Evil? – Richard Ritenbaugh cgg.org
John Grabara
5 years ago in Human Beings
Are people good or evil? This question has been debated for thousands of years and still is to this day. Was man created with an evil nature or a good nature? There are many theories supporting both sides. The answer to the question is found in the Bible. After God created Adam and Eve on the sixth day Genesis 1:31 says, “Then God saw everything…
Thinking Well, Part I – Carmine Russo churchofgodnetwork.org
Ryan Welsh
5 years ago in Human Beings
Most are not taught to freely reason but instead are conditioned. “We are enslaved to the bias, prejudice, anger, envy, and jealousy that have become a large part of our nature.” We, therefore, must work to recognize this habituated mindset. To do this, four “Categories of Awareness” are highlighted: time awareness, task awareness, result awareness and self-awareness. Time awareness refers to our ability to manage…
Drunk With Blood, Part One: The Proper Context sabbaththoughts.com
Julie Modad
5 years ago in Plan of Salvation, Human Beings
Skeptics of the Bible often accuse God of being inconsistent, cruel or unjust. Is He a God of love, or a God wielding harsh punishments sometimes on large swaths of people? The argument stems from some of the more graphic stories of the bible and ask how a “loving God” could do that. The problem is that, almost universally, these stories are presented without any…
Drunk With Blood, Part Two: Understanding Love sabbaththoughts.com
Julie Modad
5 years ago in Plan of Salvation, Human Beings
In Part Two of this series, we learn that Godly love makes a clear distinction between right and wrong, good and evil—and what’s more, it refuses to condone or approve of anything wrong or evil. Godly love comes with the understanding that the best life we can live exists within the boundaries of God’s law, and that by stepping outside that law, we expose ourselves…
Drunk With Blood, Part Three: Beyond Justice sabbaththoughts.com
Julie Modad
5 years ago in Plan of Salvation, Human Beings
We know that sin, unchecked and unchallenged, spreads like a disease. We know that God’s decision to put an end to corruption is just, fair, and ultimately an act of love from a patient God no longer willing to watch His creation engaged in a cycle of self-destruction. In Part Three, we learn the final piece of the puzzle. The actions that seem so final…
Why Does God Allow Evil and Suffering? cdn2.hubspot.net
Delisa Brown
5 years ago in Human Beings
God and the Word lived for eternity in the past in perfect harmony. Evil and disharmony began when one of the angels, Lucifer, rebelled. His rejection of God was by his own choice. He turned hostile to God and pride led him to turn against and attack his perfect Creator. God doesn’t want us to become as Satan is, but when He created humanity, man…
A Mind Fit for Eternity truthsum.org
TS Writer
5 years ago in Plan of Salvation, Human Beings
God isn’t just saving people—He’s shaping minds for eternity. Scripture shows us that He works through flawed individuals like David, Moses, and Peter—not because they were perfect, but because they were willing to yield. That’s the key: not flawlessness, but a heart open to change. Romans 8:7 says the carnal mind is hostile to God. A rebellious mind resists His way and is incompatible with…
Hope in Times of Depression – Marissa Baker churchofgodnetwork.org
Ryan Welsh
5 years ago in Human Beings
In times of great stress and anxiety the Bible is an excellent source for hope. This hope is not a superficial, “I hope everything turns out the way I want.” The words of the Bible give us hope in something greater than ourselves. Knowing God is working out a greater purpose in us is strength in itself. We then take this knowledge to face stress…
How To Search For Truth – HWA cogiw.org
Ryan Welsh
5 years ago in Human Beings
Through this article we are asked a simple question, how do we search for “truth”? So many accept their beliefs or opinions as truth. Why is this? One reason presented is habit. We are born without knowledge. We grow up accepting what we are taught starting with our parents, and this continues all the way through our formal education. Learning to accept what we read…
“You Will Not Surely Die!” – Jim Franks lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
5 years ago in Gospel Message, Plan of Salvation, Human Beings, Second Resurrection, Immortal Soul
At some point we all face and wonder what happens after death. Most accept without question that what they are taught comes from scripture. That is “we are an immortal soul that at death lives on eternally in heaven or in hell.” What most don’t realize is this belief predates the first coming of Jesus, having its origins in paganism. It can arguably be traced…
Finding Peace of Mind – J. Davy Crockett III tomorrowsworld.org
Amanda Stiver
5 years ago in Human Beings
What if you could find, in one place, a guidebook to solve all the problems in the world? Would you read it? Or are things too scary and stressful? Do you just want to hide from it all? The Bible has been interpreted many times, in different ways, by many people, but have you ever read it for yourself to actually understand it? It offers…
How Should a Man View a Woman? Reclaiming What’s Been Lost truthsum.org
TS Writer
5 years ago in Human Beings
Something is deeply broken in how men view women today—and it didn’t happen by accident. From a young age, boys are bombarded with sexualized images, while being told their natural desires are toxic. They’re torn between attraction and shame—instinct and guilt—leaving many confused, isolated, and addicted to fantasy. This distortion creates extremes: some grow apathetic, seeing women as objects; others dive deeper into unreality, seeking…