• UNDERSTANDING FORGIVENESS

    Forgiveness is one of the most talked about, yet most misunderstood, to human experiences. Many people want to forgive, they know they should, but they stay stuck for years because of ideas about forgiveness that were never true in the first place. These false ideas are not harmless. They quietly convince a person that forgiving is impossible, unsafe, or even dishonest, and so the person carries the weight of an old wound long after the offender has moved on with their life.
    Before we can forgive well, we have to clear the ground. We need to know what forgiveness is not, so that what forgiveness actually is can finally take root.

    What Forgiveness Is Not.

    Forgiveness is not condoning the bad behavior, justifying the offense, or "turning the other cheek" as a way of excusing what happened.
    To forgive someone is not to say, "What you did was okay." It is not writing an excuse for the offender's behavior, and it is not exposing yourself to be hurt again in the name of tolerance.
    Forgiveness deals with the debt the offense created in your heart. It does not rewrite the moral reality of what happened. You can fully forgive a person and still say plainly, "What you did was wrong.

    To be continued...!
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    UNDERSTANDING FORGIVENESS Forgiveness is one of the most talked about, yet most misunderstood, to human experiences. Many people want to forgive, they know they should, but they stay stuck for years because of ideas about forgiveness that were never true in the first place. These false ideas are not harmless. They quietly convince a person that forgiving is impossible, unsafe, or even dishonest, and so the person carries the weight of an old wound long after the offender has moved on with their life. Before we can forgive well, we have to clear the ground. We need to know what forgiveness is not, so that what forgiveness actually is can finally take root. What Forgiveness Is Not. Forgiveness is not condoning the bad behavior, justifying the offense, or "turning the other cheek" as a way of excusing what happened. To forgive someone is not to say, "What you did was okay." It is not writing an excuse for the offender's behavior, and it is not exposing yourself to be hurt again in the name of tolerance. Forgiveness deals with the debt the offense created in your heart. It does not rewrite the moral reality of what happened. You can fully forgive a person and still say plainly, "What you did was wrong. To be continued...! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbC31bW5Ui2PKF0YvW0k/173
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    HOW DID FISH AND PLANTS SURVIVE NOAH'S FLOOD?

    One of the most common questions skeptics ask about Noah's Flood is, "How did freshwater fish survive if the oceans mixed with freshwater?" Closely related is another question: "How did plants survive being underwater for months?"

    The question sounds difficult at first, but when we look at the evidence, it turns out there are several reasonable answers.

    First, fish were never on the Ark. Scripture tells us that the Ark was built to preserve land-dwelling, air-breathing animals and birds (Genesis 7:14-15, 21-23). Aquatic creatures already lived in the water and would not have required transportation aboard the Ark.

    The assumption behind the objection is that freshwater and saltwater species could not survive major changes in salinity. Yet many living creatures today demonstrate remarkable adaptability. Estuarine animals regularly experience dramatic swings in salt concentration as river water mixes with seawater. Tidepool organisms endure continual changes as tides come and go.

    Some fish spend part of their lives in freshwater and part in saltwater. Salmon hatch in freshwater streams before migrating to the ocean. Eels do the reverse, reproducing in saltwater but maturing in freshwater. Atlantic sturgeon move between both environments, while related sturgeon species live entirely in freshwater. Across the animal kingdom, numerous fish groups contain both freshwater and saltwater representatives.

    This suggests that the ancestors of modern fish may have possessed a much broader tolerance for changing salinity than many specialized species do today. After the Flood, populations could have become increasingly adapted to particular environments, losing some of their original flexibility over time.

    Even today, the physiological differences between freshwater and marine fish are often matters of degree rather than completely different systems. Fish regulate water and salt through their kidneys, gills, and body chemistry. Some sharks, for example, alter the concentration of urea in their blood depending on whether they inhabit saltwater or freshwater environments. Sawfish moving into freshwater can dramatically increase urine production while reducing blood urea levels.

    Another possibility is that the Flood waters were not uniformly mixed everywhere on Earth. Freshwater naturally floats on top of saltwater because it is less dense. Modern bodies of water often contain distinct layers separated by what scientists call a halocline, a sharp boundary between waters of different salinity. It is entirely possible that regions existed during and after the Flood where freshwater and saltwater environments remained sufficiently separated to allow many aquatic species to survive.

    Not every marine creature survived the catastrophe. In fact, the fossil record points to massive destruction in the oceans. Roughly 95% of fossils are marine organisms. This is exactly what we would expect if the Flood began with the breaking up of the "fountains of the great deep" (Genesis 7:11), unleashing catastrophic upheaval beneath the seas. Turbidity, temperature changes, volcanic activity, and violent sediment movement would have devastated countless marine ecosystems.

    What about plants?

    Many terrestrial plants reproduce through seeds, and seeds are remarkably resilient. Studies have shown that numerous seeds can survive extended exposure to both freshwater and saltwater. Others may have survived within floating mats of vegetation, which likely covered large portions of the Flood waters. Still others could have been preserved aboard the Ark among Noah's food supplies and animal feed.

    Interestingly, Charles Darwin conducted experiments showing that seeds could survive long periods in saltwater. His goal was to explain how plants spread across oceans, but the same observations demonstrate that many seeds could have survived the Flood.

    The survival of plants and fish during Noah's Flood is not the impossible problem critics often claim. Modern biology reveals numerous examples of organisms capable of tolerating changing environments, while the catastrophic nature of the Flood itself explains why so many creatures perished and became fossilized.

    The real surprise is not that some fish and plants survived.

    The real surprise is how many clues in the natural world still point back to a global catastrophe exactly like the one described in Genesis.
    Gods Creation, 100 / evolution, 0 HOW DID FISH AND PLANTS SURVIVE NOAH'S FLOOD? One of the most common questions skeptics ask about Noah's Flood is, "How did freshwater fish survive if the oceans mixed with freshwater?" Closely related is another question: "How did plants survive being underwater for months?" The question sounds difficult at first, but when we look at the evidence, it turns out there are several reasonable answers. First, fish were never on the Ark. Scripture tells us that the Ark was built to preserve land-dwelling, air-breathing animals and birds (Genesis 7:14-15, 21-23). Aquatic creatures already lived in the water and would not have required transportation aboard the Ark. The assumption behind the objection is that freshwater and saltwater species could not survive major changes in salinity. Yet many living creatures today demonstrate remarkable adaptability. Estuarine animals regularly experience dramatic swings in salt concentration as river water mixes with seawater. Tidepool organisms endure continual changes as tides come and go. Some fish spend part of their lives in freshwater and part in saltwater. Salmon hatch in freshwater streams before migrating to the ocean. Eels do the reverse, reproducing in saltwater but maturing in freshwater. Atlantic sturgeon move between both environments, while related sturgeon species live entirely in freshwater. Across the animal kingdom, numerous fish groups contain both freshwater and saltwater representatives. This suggests that the ancestors of modern fish may have possessed a much broader tolerance for changing salinity than many specialized species do today. After the Flood, populations could have become increasingly adapted to particular environments, losing some of their original flexibility over time. Even today, the physiological differences between freshwater and marine fish are often matters of degree rather than completely different systems. Fish regulate water and salt through their kidneys, gills, and body chemistry. Some sharks, for example, alter the concentration of urea in their blood depending on whether they inhabit saltwater or freshwater environments. Sawfish moving into freshwater can dramatically increase urine production while reducing blood urea levels. Another possibility is that the Flood waters were not uniformly mixed everywhere on Earth. Freshwater naturally floats on top of saltwater because it is less dense. Modern bodies of water often contain distinct layers separated by what scientists call a halocline, a sharp boundary between waters of different salinity. It is entirely possible that regions existed during and after the Flood where freshwater and saltwater environments remained sufficiently separated to allow many aquatic species to survive. Not every marine creature survived the catastrophe. In fact, the fossil record points to massive destruction in the oceans. Roughly 95% of fossils are marine organisms. This is exactly what we would expect if the Flood began with the breaking up of the "fountains of the great deep" (Genesis 7:11), unleashing catastrophic upheaval beneath the seas. Turbidity, temperature changes, volcanic activity, and violent sediment movement would have devastated countless marine ecosystems. What about plants? Many terrestrial plants reproduce through seeds, and seeds are remarkably resilient. Studies have shown that numerous seeds can survive extended exposure to both freshwater and saltwater. Others may have survived within floating mats of vegetation, which likely covered large portions of the Flood waters. Still others could have been preserved aboard the Ark among Noah's food supplies and animal feed. Interestingly, Charles Darwin conducted experiments showing that seeds could survive long periods in saltwater. His goal was to explain how plants spread across oceans, but the same observations demonstrate that many seeds could have survived the Flood. The survival of plants and fish during Noah's Flood is not the impossible problem critics often claim. Modern biology reveals numerous examples of organisms capable of tolerating changing environments, while the catastrophic nature of the Flood itself explains why so many creatures perished and became fossilized. The real surprise is not that some fish and plants survived. The real surprise is how many clues in the natural world still point back to a global catastrophe exactly like the one described in Genesis.
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  • Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you.

    What is your positive today?

    Yesterday, I cleaned my shed out of 95 % of the things that do not need to be there and reorganized what did need to be there. Yesterday, the upstairs room was finished and is now ready for the contractor. Yesterday, we took the littles to Freddy’s (their favorite eatery). Three off the top of my head positives. It is just now going on 0600, so my positives for today … I woke up refreshed and rested, my coffee is hot and energizing, my laundry is mostly caught up and will be more so today, and most of all … I have a Father in heaven who sent his Son to save me.

    My one negative for yesterday: while cleaning the shed, I got too hot, and because I got too hot, my tolerance level was very low. My commanding, ugly voice came out. This was cause for a very silent ride to the doctor’s office and most of the afternoon. However, a positive came out of it … our evening was fun and lively. WE did not stay in the negative.

    So….what is your positive?

    Today it is my hope that I can get some of the stuff that we relocated to another area of the house toted and moved to the shed, my event supplies moved to the shed (cleaning out the little garage so it can be a little garage), and possibly moving the items from the storage unit and putting them away in the shed (thus getting rid of a month bill). How much of that actually happens, well … that is yet to be determined…haha…Because I also want to go to my mom’s and take care of some business there and let her see the littles. So, from my perspective this morning … there is a whole lot of ‘I don’t know’ going on right now. Haha.

    It is okay to have lazy days or ‘I don’t know’ days. A precise and scheduled-planned-out day is not necessary to be successful. It is not required to always be on point with tasks; you can just be on point in living. That is my goal today. Living. I will accomplish some of the items on my ‘need to do’ list in my brain; I also will leave some of it for another day. My mom is getting older, my littles are not little any longer, and there is always tomorrow or even later today. I may kick myself for not being more task-oriented; however, I will not allow myself to be beaten down because I chose peace and fun over work. Especially when that work is not life and death or survival … it is simply organizing.

    What is your positive for yesterday? What is your planned positive for today? How are you going to account for the negative that will most likely appear and turn it into a positive?

    Finding the positives is a choice. Embracing the positives is a choice. Debunking the negatives with positive energy … that too is a choice. Choose Him, where the peace lies. Choose Him, where you find your joy. Choose Him, for He is the epitome of Positive.

    Be blessed.

    **I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. – John 15:11
    Good morning to everyone. Grace and Peace be with you. What is your positive today? Yesterday, I cleaned my shed out of 95 % of the things that do not need to be there and reorganized what did need to be there. Yesterday, the upstairs room was finished and is now ready for the contractor. Yesterday, we took the littles to Freddy’s (their favorite eatery). Three off the top of my head positives. It is just now going on 0600, so my positives for today … I woke up refreshed and rested, my coffee is hot and energizing, my laundry is mostly caught up and will be more so today, and most of all … I have a Father in heaven who sent his Son to save me. My one negative for yesterday: while cleaning the shed, I got too hot, and because I got too hot, my tolerance level was very low. My commanding, ugly voice came out. This was cause for a very silent ride to the doctor’s office and most of the afternoon. However, a positive came out of it … our evening was fun and lively. WE did not stay in the negative. So….what is your positive? Today it is my hope that I can get some of the stuff that we relocated to another area of the house toted and moved to the shed, my event supplies moved to the shed (cleaning out the little garage so it can be a little garage), and possibly moving the items from the storage unit and putting them away in the shed (thus getting rid of a month bill). How much of that actually happens, well … that is yet to be determined…haha…Because I also want to go to my mom’s and take care of some business there and let her see the littles. So, from my perspective this morning … there is a whole lot of ‘I don’t know’ going on right now. Haha. It is okay to have lazy days or ‘I don’t know’ days. A precise and scheduled-planned-out day is not necessary to be successful. It is not required to always be on point with tasks; you can just be on point in living. That is my goal today. Living. I will accomplish some of the items on my ‘need to do’ list in my brain; I also will leave some of it for another day. My mom is getting older, my littles are not little any longer, and there is always tomorrow or even later today. I may kick myself for not being more task-oriented; however, I will not allow myself to be beaten down because I chose peace and fun over work. Especially when that work is not life and death or survival … it is simply organizing. What is your positive for yesterday? What is your planned positive for today? How are you going to account for the negative that will most likely appear and turn it into a positive? Finding the positives is a choice. Embracing the positives is a choice. Debunking the negatives with positive energy … that too is a choice. Choose Him, where the peace lies. Choose Him, where you find your joy. Choose Him, for He is the epitome of Positive. Be blessed. **I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. – John 15:11
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  • Philippians 4:4-5 AMP
    [4] Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, take pleasure in Him]; again I will say, rejoice! [5] Let your gentle spirit [your graciousness, unselfishness, mercy, tolerance, and patience] be known to all people. The Lord is near.

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    Philippians 4:4-5 AMP [4] Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, take pleasure in Him]; again I will say, rejoice! [5] Let your gentle spirit [your graciousness, unselfishness, mercy, tolerance, and patience] be known to all people. The Lord is near. https://bible.com/bible/1588/php.4.4-5.AMP
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    Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, take pleasure in Him]; again I will say, rejoice! [Ps 37:4]
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  • And Joshua said unto the children of Israel, How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the LORD God of your fathers hath given you? Joshua 18:3

    The book of Joshua fundamentally teaches us on possessing what God has given. It reveals that that God has given you something does not necessarily mean you will possess it. You will need to take Scriptural steps and follow divine leading to possess what He has given you.
    For instance, Scripture says by His stripes you were healed. So healing has been given, but you will learn to possess it when sickness attacks your health. God is not going to heal us, but HE HAS HEALED US. It is now our duty to possess what He has given.
    Joshua teaches us that you must be prepared, determined and courageous to face every obstacle on your way to possessing what God has given you. There should be no tolerance, no going back, no surrender. You have to go full force to possess your inheritance. No slacking, fold your sleeves up, take up your courage and move towards possessing your blessings.

    ADVANCE COURAGEOUSLY AS YAHWEH IS ON YOUR SIDE TODAY.

    PST EMAMUZO PETER
    And Joshua said unto the children of Israel, How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the LORD God of your fathers hath given you? Joshua 18:3 The book of Joshua fundamentally teaches us on possessing what God has given. It reveals that that God has given you something does not necessarily mean you will possess it. You will need to take Scriptural steps and follow divine leading to possess what He has given you. For instance, Scripture says by His stripes you were healed. So healing has been given, but you will learn to possess it when sickness attacks your health. God is not going to heal us, but HE HAS HEALED US. It is now our duty to possess what He has given. Joshua teaches us that you must be prepared, determined and courageous to face every obstacle on your way to possessing what God has given you. There should be no tolerance, no going back, no surrender. You have to go full force to possess your inheritance. No slacking, fold your sleeves up, take up your courage and move towards possessing your blessings. ADVANCE COURAGEOUSLY AS YAHWEH IS ON YOUR SIDE TODAY. PST EMAMUZO PETER
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  • 11:1-15 The Greatest of Men Has Doubts

    The lesson here is in the text but we are going to handle it a little differently than others. Read Matthew 11:1-15 for the context. John the Baptist is in prison. His preaching the truth against Herod and his new spouse who was the spouse of his brother at one time caused his arrest.

    And Herod would have been content with leaving John there until his death and John knew this. All his life he had known he was sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus. John baptized Jesus knowing who He was and witnessed the Spirit descend upon Jesus.

    40 days later and Jesus has begun his ministry and John's ministry decreases. When John is first imprisoned he is confident in his mission. But as time passes, this man who Jesus said was the greatest man on earth, the man who defied kings, and introduced Jesus, was at a very dark time in his life.

    He began to have doubts. He had miraculous confirmation that he was doing God's will but in the darkness of his prison cell he was isolated from Jesus. He was apart from his family and only had his followers to comfort him. It was perfectly understandable that with nothing good happening in his life, he was wondering if perhaps he had made a mistake.

    John knew he was never being released, and knew there was no chance that he could later find a better Messiah, as if one could even exist. So when he asked his disciples to approach Jesus with this question he was showing he was having doubts.

    Think about it. Few Christians are called to actually give up their life for Jesus. That sort of thing doesn't happen in modern America. Few of us ever face the possibility of losing our lives and livelihoods in our stance for the Gospel. But some still do.

    Muslims who convert face being shunned but there is also a concept known as an honor killing. This is an accepted and practiced method the Islamic world actively uses today with many governments resistant to prosecution because, . . . tolerance.

    A former Muslim turned Christian cannot live in certain areas of the world without the real fear of death, but many do just that. But we are talking about doubts. Doubts of a faithful believer. Sometimes those Doubts are answered with a miraculous deliverance, and sometimes, they are not.

    Sometimes, a faithful believer doesn't get what they prayed for. After all, John faithfully carried out his ministry, sacrificing a normal day to day life to eat locusts for sustenance and live in isolation in the desert. But he must have been expecting to participate in Jesus's ministry.

    John was facing death for doing as God told him. It wasn't fair, it was not right but John wondered, did I make a mistake, shouldn't I be out there now preaching. And our circumstances draw our focus and we can begin to doubt. We enter an avenue of service to God with zeal and enthusiasm only to face one spiritual attack after another.

    When these attacks succeed in pulling our focus, we can doubt. Let's see how Jesus answered the question, “What do you see happening around you?” Jesus is trying to refocus their eyes on the blessings God is giving not the struggles.

    Recently in my work with the Good News Ministry in Ligao City we were receiving strong positive affirmations that a new church plant was both immediately necessary and a real possibility of making a huge impact for the kingdom of God.

    I'll be honest, I was extremely careful because the Doubts I was receiving came strictly from personal negative feelings. But each doubt I had was answered with the same method, God asking, what do you see happening around you?

    Well people were responding to the message. Needs were being met, and the last little doubt I felt disappeared when yet another miraculous confirmation that we are doing God's will. And I see a fantastic future of service with this young pastor with potential I cannot even describe. I now know for sure that he will win souls and impact the lives of many I will never meet this side of Heaven.

    If you are having Doubts, don't let it destroy you, after all, John was the greatest man in the world and he did too. Look around you, is God blessing your efforts? Are people hearing you? Are you doing God's will? If you can answer yes to any of those questions, regardless of how you feel, you're doing the right thing.

    When we are in doubt, we take our focus off what God is actually doing. Let us pray as the father of the demon possessed boy said, “I do believe, help my unbelief” (Mark 9:24.) I have no doubts at all that we are doing the thing God wants us to. If you are still having doubts and need someone to chat, or some encouragement I am here. May God bless your life, your work and our future friendship.

    Email- DavidsPorch59Anderson Mwila.com




    [1] When Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities. [2] Now while in prison, John heard about the works of Christ, and he sent word by his disciples, [3] and said to Him, “Are You the Coming One, or are we to look for someone else?” [4] Jesus answered and said to them, “Go and report to John what you hear and see: [5] those who are blind receive sight and those who limp walk, those with leprosy are cleansed and those who are deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have the gospel preached to them. [6] And blessed is any person who does not take offense at Me.” [7] As these disciples of John were going away, Jesus began speaking to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? [8] But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ palaces! [9] But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and one who is more than a prophet. [10] This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I am sending My messenger ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way before You.’ [11] Truly I say to you, among those born of women there has not arisen anyone greater than John the Baptist! Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. [12] And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has been treated violently, and violent men take it by force. [13] For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. [14] And if you are willing to accept it, John himself is Elijah who was to come. [15] The one who has ears to hear, let him hear.

    11:1-15 The Greatest of Men Has Doubts The lesson here is in the text but we are going to handle it a little differently than others. Read Matthew 11:1-15 for the context. John the Baptist is in prison. His preaching the truth against Herod and his new spouse who was the spouse of his brother at one time caused his arrest. And Herod would have been content with leaving John there until his death and John knew this. All his life he had known he was sent by God to prepare the way for Jesus. John baptized Jesus knowing who He was and witnessed the Spirit descend upon Jesus. 40 days later and Jesus has begun his ministry and John's ministry decreases. When John is first imprisoned he is confident in his mission. But as time passes, this man who Jesus said was the greatest man on earth, the man who defied kings, and introduced Jesus, was at a very dark time in his life. He began to have doubts. He had miraculous confirmation that he was doing God's will but in the darkness of his prison cell he was isolated from Jesus. He was apart from his family and only had his followers to comfort him. It was perfectly understandable that with nothing good happening in his life, he was wondering if perhaps he had made a mistake. John knew he was never being released, and knew there was no chance that he could later find a better Messiah, as if one could even exist. So when he asked his disciples to approach Jesus with this question he was showing he was having doubts. Think about it. Few Christians are called to actually give up their life for Jesus. That sort of thing doesn't happen in modern America. Few of us ever face the possibility of losing our lives and livelihoods in our stance for the Gospel. But some still do. Muslims who convert face being shunned but there is also a concept known as an honor killing. This is an accepted and practiced method the Islamic world actively uses today with many governments resistant to prosecution because, . . . tolerance. A former Muslim turned Christian cannot live in certain areas of the world without the real fear of death, but many do just that. But we are talking about doubts. Doubts of a faithful believer. Sometimes those Doubts are answered with a miraculous deliverance, and sometimes, they are not. Sometimes, a faithful believer doesn't get what they prayed for. After all, John faithfully carried out his ministry, sacrificing a normal day to day life to eat locusts for sustenance and live in isolation in the desert. But he must have been expecting to participate in Jesus's ministry. John was facing death for doing as God told him. It wasn't fair, it was not right but John wondered, did I make a mistake, shouldn't I be out there now preaching. And our circumstances draw our focus and we can begin to doubt. We enter an avenue of service to God with zeal and enthusiasm only to face one spiritual attack after another. When these attacks succeed in pulling our focus, we can doubt. Let's see how Jesus answered the question, “What do you see happening around you?” Jesus is trying to refocus their eyes on the blessings God is giving not the struggles. Recently in my work with the Good News Ministry in Ligao City we were receiving strong positive affirmations that a new church plant was both immediately necessary and a real possibility of making a huge impact for the kingdom of God. I'll be honest, I was extremely careful because the Doubts I was receiving came strictly from personal negative feelings. But each doubt I had was answered with the same method, God asking, what do you see happening around you? Well people were responding to the message. Needs were being met, and the last little doubt I felt disappeared when yet another miraculous confirmation that we are doing God's will. And I see a fantastic future of service with this young pastor with potential I cannot even describe. I now know for sure that he will win souls and impact the lives of many I will never meet this side of Heaven. If you are having Doubts, don't let it destroy you, after all, John was the greatest man in the world and he did too. Look around you, is God blessing your efforts? Are people hearing you? Are you doing God's will? If you can answer yes to any of those questions, regardless of how you feel, you're doing the right thing. When we are in doubt, we take our focus off what God is actually doing. Let us pray as the father of the demon possessed boy said, “I do believe, help my unbelief” (Mark 9:24.) I have no doubts at all that we are doing the thing God wants us to. If you are still having doubts and need someone to chat, or some encouragement I am here. May God bless your life, your work and our future friendship. Email- DavidsPorch59[gmail].com [1] When Jesus had finished giving instructions to His twelve disciples, He went on from there to teach and preach in their cities. [2] Now while in prison, John heard about the works of Christ, and he sent word by his disciples, [3] and said to Him, “Are You the Coming One, or are we to look for someone else?” [4] Jesus answered and said to them, “Go and report to John what you hear and see: [5] those who are blind receive sight and those who limp walk, those with leprosy are cleansed and those who are deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have the gospel preached to them. [6] And blessed is any person who does not take offense at Me.” [7] As these disciples of John were going away, Jesus began speaking to the crowds about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? [8] But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ palaces! [9] But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and one who is more than a prophet. [10] This is the one about whom it is written: ‘Behold, I am sending My messenger ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way before You.’ [11] Truly I say to you, among those born of women there has not arisen anyone greater than John the Baptist! Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. [12] And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has been treated violently, and violent men take it by force. [13] For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. [14] And if you are willing to accept it, John himself is Elijah who was to come. [15] The one who has ears to hear, let him hear.
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  • THE DECLINE OF INTELLECTUAL ARGUMENT AND LOGICAL REASONING (Part 2)

    Can mutually exclusive claims about the nature of ultimate reality be simultaneously true? More specifically, do the world's diverse religious traditions ultimately point to the same transcendent reality?

    This question cannot be resolved merely through a simple "yes" or "no." It requires a careful and rigorous examination of the foundational beliefs that define each religious tradition. Such an analysis quickly reveals significant theological distinctions that cannot be dismissed as minor differences in language, culture, or expression.

    Consider the contrasting claims surrounding the person of Jesus Christ:
    • Theistic Affirmation: One faith is fundamentally grounded in the belief that Jesus Christ is both fully divine and fully human.
    • Theological Rejection: Another faith explicitly denies His divinity.
    • Non-Theistic Exclusion: Several religious traditions operate entirely apart from the concept of Jesus Christ as a divine figure.

    From the standpoint of formal logic, these claims cannot all be true in the same sense and at the same time. They fall under the Law of Non-Contradiction, one of the foundational principles of rational thought, which states that contradictory propositions cannot simultaneously be true.

    In response to these competing truth claims, philosophers and theologians generally identify three major approaches:

    Exclusivism
    The belief that one religious worldview is objectively true and that competing claims, where they conflict with it, are false.

    Inclusivism
    The view that one tradition possesses the fullest expression of truth, while other traditions contain partial insights or reflections of that truth.

    Pluralism
    The position that the world's religions represent different cultural and historical responses to the same ultimate reality, and that apparent contradictions are largely matters of perspective, symbolism, or language.

    The challenge for pluralism, however, is that many religious claims are not merely different; they are fundamentally and directly contradictory. When core doctrines conflict, attempts to merge them into a single unified narrative often come at the cost of overlooking or redefining the very beliefs that distinguish them.

    True tolerance does not require the elimination of disagreement. Rather, it requires the preservation of intellectual freedom, religious liberty, and respectful engagement across competing viewpoints.

    A healthy society should therefore prioritise freedom of belief and expression over ideological conformity. Such an environment enables:

    • Robust Dialogue: Individuals and communities can openly present and defend their convictions.
    • Theological Clarity: Misconceptions can be addressed through thoughtful examination and reasoned discussion.
    • Personal Freedom: Individuals remain free to evaluate competing claims and arrive at their own conclusions without coercion.

    By contrast, whenever a belief system depends upon intimidation, suppression, or coercion to sustain itself, it implicitly weakens its claim to intellectual credibility. Truth possesses an inherent capacity to withstand scrutiny and does not require force to survive.

    Rather than investing energy primarily in attacking the convictions of others, a more constructive approach is to articulate and defend one's own worldview with clarity, coherence, and intellectual rigor.

    If one rejects the Christian claim that Jesus is Lord, the more meaningful task is not simply to deny that claim but to provide a compelling account of ultimate reality within one's own framework.

    If one disputes the Christian understanding of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the deeper challenge is to explain how one's worldview addresses the universal realities of moral failure, human brokenness, guilt, sinful nature, justice, and redemption.

    Every worldview must eventually answer humanity's most profound questions:
    • What is the nature of ultimate reality?
    • What is the source of moral obligation?
    • Why does evil exist?
    • What is wrong with humanity?
    • Is redemption possible?
    • What is the basis of hope?

    Any worldview that seeks to function as the ultimate explanation of reality must provide coherent answers to these questions.

    Absolute Truth: Finding Certainty in a Culture of Subjective Reality invites readers into that investigation.

    This book explores:
    • The truth about religious pluralism
    • Why relativism ultimately undermines itself
    • The erosion of moral certainty in contemporary culture
    • The competing claims of the world's major worldviews
    • How the God of the Bible reveals and defends His identity
    • The philosophical and theological case for Yahweh as the true Absolute
    • A rational framework for evaluating competing truth claims

    Rather than assuming Christianity to be true from the outset, the book develops a systematic methodology for examining all claims to ultimate reality and then applies that framework in the search for the true Absolute.

    Absolute Truth is not merely a book about belief. It is an invitation to think carefully, reason honestly, and pursue truth wherever the evidence leads.

    Abiodun Adeleke
    Theologian | Leadership Coach | Christian Apologist | Social Advocate | Pastor
    THE DECLINE OF INTELLECTUAL ARGUMENT AND LOGICAL REASONING (Part 2) Can mutually exclusive claims about the nature of ultimate reality be simultaneously true? More specifically, do the world's diverse religious traditions ultimately point to the same transcendent reality? This question cannot be resolved merely through a simple "yes" or "no." It requires a careful and rigorous examination of the foundational beliefs that define each religious tradition. Such an analysis quickly reveals significant theological distinctions that cannot be dismissed as minor differences in language, culture, or expression. Consider the contrasting claims surrounding the person of Jesus Christ: • Theistic Affirmation: One faith is fundamentally grounded in the belief that Jesus Christ is both fully divine and fully human. • Theological Rejection: Another faith explicitly denies His divinity. • Non-Theistic Exclusion: Several religious traditions operate entirely apart from the concept of Jesus Christ as a divine figure. From the standpoint of formal logic, these claims cannot all be true in the same sense and at the same time. They fall under the Law of Non-Contradiction, one of the foundational principles of rational thought, which states that contradictory propositions cannot simultaneously be true. In response to these competing truth claims, philosophers and theologians generally identify three major approaches: Exclusivism The belief that one religious worldview is objectively true and that competing claims, where they conflict with it, are false. Inclusivism The view that one tradition possesses the fullest expression of truth, while other traditions contain partial insights or reflections of that truth. Pluralism The position that the world's religions represent different cultural and historical responses to the same ultimate reality, and that apparent contradictions are largely matters of perspective, symbolism, or language. The challenge for pluralism, however, is that many religious claims are not merely different; they are fundamentally and directly contradictory. When core doctrines conflict, attempts to merge them into a single unified narrative often come at the cost of overlooking or redefining the very beliefs that distinguish them. True tolerance does not require the elimination of disagreement. Rather, it requires the preservation of intellectual freedom, religious liberty, and respectful engagement across competing viewpoints. A healthy society should therefore prioritise freedom of belief and expression over ideological conformity. Such an environment enables: • Robust Dialogue: Individuals and communities can openly present and defend their convictions. • Theological Clarity: Misconceptions can be addressed through thoughtful examination and reasoned discussion. • Personal Freedom: Individuals remain free to evaluate competing claims and arrive at their own conclusions without coercion. By contrast, whenever a belief system depends upon intimidation, suppression, or coercion to sustain itself, it implicitly weakens its claim to intellectual credibility. Truth possesses an inherent capacity to withstand scrutiny and does not require force to survive. Rather than investing energy primarily in attacking the convictions of others, a more constructive approach is to articulate and defend one's own worldview with clarity, coherence, and intellectual rigor. If one rejects the Christian claim that Jesus is Lord, the more meaningful task is not simply to deny that claim but to provide a compelling account of ultimate reality within one's own framework. If one disputes the Christian understanding of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the deeper challenge is to explain how one's worldview addresses the universal realities of moral failure, human brokenness, guilt, sinful nature, justice, and redemption. Every worldview must eventually answer humanity's most profound questions: • What is the nature of ultimate reality? • What is the source of moral obligation? • Why does evil exist? • What is wrong with humanity? • Is redemption possible? • What is the basis of hope? Any worldview that seeks to function as the ultimate explanation of reality must provide coherent answers to these questions. Absolute Truth: Finding Certainty in a Culture of Subjective Reality invites readers into that investigation. This book explores: • The truth about religious pluralism • Why relativism ultimately undermines itself • The erosion of moral certainty in contemporary culture • The competing claims of the world's major worldviews • How the God of the Bible reveals and defends His identity • The philosophical and theological case for Yahweh as the true Absolute • A rational framework for evaluating competing truth claims Rather than assuming Christianity to be true from the outset, the book develops a systematic methodology for examining all claims to ultimate reality and then applies that framework in the search for the true Absolute. Absolute Truth is not merely a book about belief. It is an invitation to think carefully, reason honestly, and pursue truth wherever the evidence leads. Abiodun Adeleke Theologian | Leadership Coach | Christian Apologist | Social Advocate | Pastor
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  • ACCEPTANCE, APPROVAL, FAVOR
    In the early 2000s, there was a societal push for more TOLERANCE as pertains to things once considered taboo or “outside the norm” within our culture and society. A decade later, the call for TOLERANCE was raised to a different level. No longer was TOLERANCE considered good enough … ACCEPTANCE was requested. I get it … I’d much rather be ACCEPTED than just TOLERATED. Now, in today’s culture, the call for ACCEPTANCE has been overridden by a call for APPROVAL. So, things that were once NOT TOLERATED in society have gone from being TOLERATED, to ACCEPTED, to APPROVED within society … all within three decades. I’m not going where you think I’m going with this … so don’t get uptight!

    Believe it or not, in God’s kingdom there are similar levels to what I’ve mentioned above. You see, the vilest of us sinners, estranged from God and the kingdom of Heaven can find ACCEPTANCE from God by coming into His family through the saving grace of Jesus. Ephesians 1:6 says that “He made us ACCEPTED in the Beloved.” It wasn’t based on anything we did, but on what Christ did for us. We can find ACCEPTANCE in God’s Family through Christ’s redemptive work on the cross.

    But, there is another level that people seek beyond ACCEPTANCE, and that is APPROVAL. However, APPROVAL in God’s kingdom requires something that ACCEPTANCE did not. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, “Study to show thyself APPROVED unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” So, APPROVAL is not automatic … it requires attention given to God’s word.

    Unlike the levels of societal acceptance mentioned above, there is still another level of acceptance in God’s kingdom, and it’s called FAVOR. FAVOR is when God shines a light on all that you do and grants you special blessings and success. It’s funny to me that in society everyone wants to be APPROVED but very few expect to receive special FAVOR. Yet, God will FAVOR a person who is completely devoted to Him. It was FAVOR that Noah received from God when all the world was flooded but he was rescued … “But Noah found FAVOR in the eyes of the Lord” (Genesis 6:8). It was because of God’s FAVOR that Mary was chosen to be the mother of Jesus … “Hail, thou art highly FAVORED, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women” (Luke 1:28). Proverbs 8:35 tells us that the one who seeks wisdom “obtains FAVOR from the Lord.” So, those who follow the pathway of foolishness will not enjoy God’s FAVOR.

    The highest level of acceptance you’ll ever receive from man is APPROVAL. I suppose it’s a worthy endeavor to seek it, but most often the best you will receive is TOLERANCE. But, in God’s kingdom, there is a level of acceptance and blessing that’s available beyond simple APPROVAL … it’s called FAVOR … and very few seek it, because it requires a life of devotion and commitment that few are willing to live.

    MY PRAYER FOR TODAY:
    “Lord, I thank you for ACCEPTING me into Your family. I know it wasn’t because of anything I did but because of what Jesus did that You ACCEPTED me. I’m content in knowing I’m ACCEPTED by You, but I also long for Your APPROVAL. Help me to be a diligent student of Your Word … a workman that needeth not to be ashamed. And, in my pursuit of Your APPROVAL I also seek Your FAVOR. I know I’ve experienced it sporadically in my life, but I desire it more and more. Nothing else matters. The approval and acceptance of man means so very little to me. To have Your ACCEPTANCE, APPROVAL AND FAVOR means everything to me! I love you Lord!”
    ACCEPTANCE, APPROVAL, FAVOR In the early 2000s, there was a societal push for more TOLERANCE as pertains to things once considered taboo or “outside the norm” within our culture and society. A decade later, the call for TOLERANCE was raised to a different level. No longer was TOLERANCE considered good enough … ACCEPTANCE was requested. I get it … I’d much rather be ACCEPTED than just TOLERATED. Now, in today’s culture, the call for ACCEPTANCE has been overridden by a call for APPROVAL. So, things that were once NOT TOLERATED in society have gone from being TOLERATED, to ACCEPTED, to APPROVED within society … all within three decades. I’m not going where you think I’m going with this … so don’t get uptight! Believe it or not, in God’s kingdom there are similar levels to what I’ve mentioned above. You see, the vilest of us sinners, estranged from God and the kingdom of Heaven can find ACCEPTANCE from God by coming into His family through the saving grace of Jesus. Ephesians 1:6 says that “He made us ACCEPTED in the Beloved.” It wasn’t based on anything we did, but on what Christ did for us. We can find ACCEPTANCE in God’s Family through Christ’s redemptive work on the cross. But, there is another level that people seek beyond ACCEPTANCE, and that is APPROVAL. However, APPROVAL in God’s kingdom requires something that ACCEPTANCE did not. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, “Study to show thyself APPROVED unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” So, APPROVAL is not automatic … it requires attention given to God’s word. Unlike the levels of societal acceptance mentioned above, there is still another level of acceptance in God’s kingdom, and it’s called FAVOR. FAVOR is when God shines a light on all that you do and grants you special blessings and success. It’s funny to me that in society everyone wants to be APPROVED but very few expect to receive special FAVOR. Yet, God will FAVOR a person who is completely devoted to Him. It was FAVOR that Noah received from God when all the world was flooded but he was rescued … “But Noah found FAVOR in the eyes of the Lord” (Genesis 6:8). It was because of God’s FAVOR that Mary was chosen to be the mother of Jesus … “Hail, thou art highly FAVORED, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women” (Luke 1:28). Proverbs 8:35 tells us that the one who seeks wisdom “obtains FAVOR from the Lord.” So, those who follow the pathway of foolishness will not enjoy God’s FAVOR. The highest level of acceptance you’ll ever receive from man is APPROVAL. I suppose it’s a worthy endeavor to seek it, but most often the best you will receive is TOLERANCE. But, in God’s kingdom, there is a level of acceptance and blessing that’s available beyond simple APPROVAL … it’s called FAVOR … and very few seek it, because it requires a life of devotion and commitment that few are willing to live. MY PRAYER FOR TODAY: “Lord, I thank you for ACCEPTING me into Your family. I know it wasn’t because of anything I did but because of what Jesus did that You ACCEPTED me. I’m content in knowing I’m ACCEPTED by You, but I also long for Your APPROVAL. Help me to be a diligent student of Your Word … a workman that needeth not to be ashamed. And, in my pursuit of Your APPROVAL I also seek Your FAVOR. I know I’ve experienced it sporadically in my life, but I desire it more and more. Nothing else matters. The approval and acceptance of man means so very little to me. To have Your ACCEPTANCE, APPROVAL AND FAVOR means everything to me! I love you Lord!”
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  • “Bible Ni Scam?” — David, Solomon, and the Polygamy Question

    One of the common objections people raise when discussing the Bible is this:
    “If David and Solomon had many wives, why is polygamy considered wrong for Christians today? Doesn’t that make the Bible contradictory?”
    Some go further and say, “Bible ni scam.”
    At first glance, the question sounds compelling. After all, David was called a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22), and Solomon was renowned for wisdom. Yet both had multiple wives. So was God okay with polygamy then but against it now?
    To answer this well, we must understand an important principle of biblical interpretation:
    The Bible records many things it does not approve.
    There is a difference between what Scripture describes and what it prescribes.
    Not everything recorded in the Bible is an example to follow.

    God’s Original Design for Marriage
    To understand God’s view on marriage, we must go back to the beginning.
    Genesis 2:24 (KJV) says:
    “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”
    Notice the language carefully:
    wife — singular.
    Not wives.
    From creation, God established marriage as a covenant union between one man and one woman, becoming one flesh.
    Jesus later reaffirmed this same design.
    Matthew 19:4–6 says:
    “Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female… Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.”
    This means God’s standard for marriage did not begin in the New Testament—it was established in Eden.
    Monogamy was God’s design from the start.

    Permitted Does Not Mean Approved
    So why did men like David and Solomon have multiple wives?
    The answer lies in understanding how God sometimes deals with human rebellion and cultural brokenness.
    There are things God permits in history that do not reflect His perfect will.
    For example, Israel demanded a human king in 1 Samuel 8. God allowed it, though He made it clear that their demand came from rejecting His rule.
    In the same way, polygamy became culturally normalized in many ancient societies. God did not instantly erase every broken social structure, but His tolerance should never be confused with approval.
    Permission is not endorsement.
    Just because God allowed something to happen does not mean He called it good.

    David’s Household: A Story of Chaos
    David had multiple wives.
    But did that produce peace, blessing, and harmony?
    Not at all.
    David’s family became deeply fractured.
    His household experienced:
    sexual sin
    rivalry
    jealousy
    betrayal
    rebellion
    violence
    His children turned against one another.
    At one point, even his own son Absalom rebelled against him and attempted to seize the throne.
    The Bible presents David honestly—not as a flawless hero, but as a man who deeply needed God’s mercy.

    Solomon: Wisdom Without Obedience
    Solomon’s case is even more striking.
    He had:
    700 wives
    300 concubines
    That number alone should signal excess.
    But the deeper issue was spiritual compromise.
    1 Kings 11:3–4 says:
    “And his wives turned away his heart… and his heart was not perfect with the LORD his God.”
    This is exactly what God had warned against.
    Long before Solomon was born, God gave kings a clear instruction.
    Deuteronomy 17:17 (KJV) says:
    “Neither shall he multiply wives to himself, that his heart turn not away…”
    Solomon directly violated this command.
    And the consequence was devastating: the wisest king in Israel allowed idolatry into the nation.
    That is not biblical approval.
    That is biblical warning.

    The New Testament Standard
    When we come to the New Testament, the creation pattern remains unchanged.
    Spiritual leadership is described with clarity.
    1 Timothy 3:2 says:
    “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife…”
    This reflects the same covenant pattern seen in Genesis.
    The standard is not new—it is a reaffirmation of God’s original design.

    So… Is the Bible Contradictory?
    No.
    The issue is not contradiction—it is interpretation.
    Many people read biblical stories as if every action of a biblical character is something God approves.
    That is a mistake.
    The Bible records:
    Noah’s drunkenness
    David’s adultery
    Solomon’s compromise
    Peter’s denial
    Yet in none of these cases does God call sin righteousness.
    The Bible is remarkably honest about human failure.
    In fact, that honesty strengthens its credibility.
    If the Bible were merely propaganda, it would hide the flaws of its heroes.
    Instead, Scripture exposes them.
    Why?
    Because the central message of the Bible is not:
    “Look at how perfect these men were.”
    The message is:
    “Look at how faithful God remains despite human weakness.”

    Final Thoughts
    So, was polygamy okay for David and Solomon?
    No—not in the sense of divine approval.
    It was recorded, but never presented as God’s ideal.
    And the consequences speak loudly.
    Polygamy in Scripture repeatedly reveals brokenness, conflict, compromise, and pain.
    God’s design has always been clear: one man, one woman, one covenant.
    Therefore, when someone says “Bible ni scam” because of David and Solomon, the better response is this:
    Not everything found in the Bible is something God commands. Some things are recorded as warnings, not examples.
    And perhaps that is one of Scripture’s greatest strengths—it tells the truth about humanity without editing out our failures.

    What do you think? Was this question ever confusing to you? Share your thoughts.

    “Bible Ni Scam?” — David, Solomon, and the Polygamy Question One of the common objections people raise when discussing the Bible is this: “If David and Solomon had many wives, why is polygamy considered wrong for Christians today? Doesn’t that make the Bible contradictory?” Some go further and say, “Bible ni scam.” At first glance, the question sounds compelling. After all, David was called a man after God’s own heart (Acts 13:22), and Solomon was renowned for wisdom. Yet both had multiple wives. So was God okay with polygamy then but against it now? To answer this well, we must understand an important principle of biblical interpretation: The Bible records many things it does not approve. There is a difference between what Scripture describes and what it prescribes. Not everything recorded in the Bible is an example to follow. God’s Original Design for Marriage To understand God’s view on marriage, we must go back to the beginning. Genesis 2:24 (KJV) says: “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” Notice the language carefully: wife — singular. Not wives. From creation, God established marriage as a covenant union between one man and one woman, becoming one flesh. Jesus later reaffirmed this same design. Matthew 19:4–6 says: “Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female… Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.” This means God’s standard for marriage did not begin in the New Testament—it was established in Eden. Monogamy was God’s design from the start. Permitted Does Not Mean Approved So why did men like David and Solomon have multiple wives? The answer lies in understanding how God sometimes deals with human rebellion and cultural brokenness. There are things God permits in history that do not reflect His perfect will. For example, Israel demanded a human king in 1 Samuel 8. God allowed it, though He made it clear that their demand came from rejecting His rule. In the same way, polygamy became culturally normalized in many ancient societies. God did not instantly erase every broken social structure, but His tolerance should never be confused with approval. Permission is not endorsement. Just because God allowed something to happen does not mean He called it good. David’s Household: A Story of Chaos David had multiple wives. But did that produce peace, blessing, and harmony? Not at all. David’s family became deeply fractured. His household experienced: sexual sin rivalry jealousy betrayal rebellion violence His children turned against one another. At one point, even his own son Absalom rebelled against him and attempted to seize the throne. The Bible presents David honestly—not as a flawless hero, but as a man who deeply needed God’s mercy. Solomon: Wisdom Without Obedience Solomon’s case is even more striking. He had: 700 wives 300 concubines That number alone should signal excess. But the deeper issue was spiritual compromise. 1 Kings 11:3–4 says: “And his wives turned away his heart… and his heart was not perfect with the LORD his God.” This is exactly what God had warned against. Long before Solomon was born, God gave kings a clear instruction. Deuteronomy 17:17 (KJV) says: “Neither shall he multiply wives to himself, that his heart turn not away…” Solomon directly violated this command. And the consequence was devastating: the wisest king in Israel allowed idolatry into the nation. That is not biblical approval. That is biblical warning. The New Testament Standard When we come to the New Testament, the creation pattern remains unchanged. Spiritual leadership is described with clarity. 1 Timothy 3:2 says: “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife…” This reflects the same covenant pattern seen in Genesis. The standard is not new—it is a reaffirmation of God’s original design. So… Is the Bible Contradictory? No. The issue is not contradiction—it is interpretation. Many people read biblical stories as if every action of a biblical character is something God approves. That is a mistake. The Bible records: Noah’s drunkenness David’s adultery Solomon’s compromise Peter’s denial Yet in none of these cases does God call sin righteousness. The Bible is remarkably honest about human failure. In fact, that honesty strengthens its credibility. If the Bible were merely propaganda, it would hide the flaws of its heroes. Instead, Scripture exposes them. Why? Because the central message of the Bible is not: “Look at how perfect these men were.” The message is: “Look at how faithful God remains despite human weakness.” Final Thoughts So, was polygamy okay for David and Solomon? No—not in the sense of divine approval. It was recorded, but never presented as God’s ideal. And the consequences speak loudly. Polygamy in Scripture repeatedly reveals brokenness, conflict, compromise, and pain. God’s design has always been clear: one man, one woman, one covenant. Therefore, when someone says “Bible ni scam” because of David and Solomon, the better response is this: Not everything found in the Bible is something God commands. Some things are recorded as warnings, not examples. And perhaps that is one of Scripture’s greatest strengths—it tells the truth about humanity without editing out our failures. What do you think? Was this question ever confusing to you? Share your thoughts.
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    Boldly Stand: Stop Retreating. Start Winning.

    You're living through the greatest assault on Christianity in American history - and 99% of Christian men are losing this war because they're fighting with outdated tactics that don't work against today's radical enemies.

    I've watched too many good Christian men get steamrolled by a culture that hates everything we stand for. I've seen fathers lose their children to school indoctrination. I've watched faithful husbands get fired for refusing to bow to woke ideology. I've witnessed strong believers get silenced by shame tactics and legal threats. And I got sick of watching Christian men retreat when God called us to advance.

    This book contains the four-pillar battle strategy from 1 Corinthians 16:13 that transforms passive believers into spiritual warriors who defend their families, faith, and freedoms without compromise. The same strategy that helped me stand boldly in hostile environments without losing my witness, my family, or my effectiveness.

    Today, thousands of Christian men are using these biblical warfare principles to protect their children from cultural poison, build businesses that honor God without compromise, and create communities where biblical masculinity thrives.

    Inside you will find:
    - The stealth attack recognition system that identifies cultural threats before they destroy your family's faith.
    - The enemy playbook decoder that exposes how words like 'tolerance' and 'inclusion' are used as weapons against biblical truth.
    - The unshakeable conviction builder that makes you immune to shame tactics and social pressure.
    - The workplace persecution survival guide that protects your career while maintaining your Christian witness.
    - The biblical manhood reclamation process that breaks you free from toxic cultural masculinity.
    - The spiritual warrior training regimen that builds supernatural strength for long-term cultural battles.
    - The brotherhood assembly blueprint that connects you with other men worth fighting alongside.
    - The family fortress protection system that immunizes your children against radical indoctrination.
    - The Kingdom advancement strategy that moves you from defense to offense in cultural warfare.
    - The love-driven warfare technique that wins hearts while fighting lies - the secret weapon they never expect.

    This isn't another nice book about being a better Christian husband and father. This is a field manual for the war you're already fighting. You'll learn how to be watchful against cultural attacks, stand firm in biblical truth, act with courageous masculinity, and fight with spiritual strength - all while leading with the love that makes you unstoppable. The battle plan works immediately because it's based on God's Word, not human wisdom.

    You can start protecting your family and advancing God's kingdom within hours of reading this book. If you want to stop retreating and start winning the war on your faith without compromising your beliefs or losing your family.

    Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD5J27YD
    Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD5J27YD Boldly Stand: Stop Retreating. Start Winning. You're living through the greatest assault on Christianity in American history - and 99% of Christian men are losing this war because they're fighting with outdated tactics that don't work against today's radical enemies. I've watched too many good Christian men get steamrolled by a culture that hates everything we stand for. I've seen fathers lose their children to school indoctrination. I've watched faithful husbands get fired for refusing to bow to woke ideology. I've witnessed strong believers get silenced by shame tactics and legal threats. And I got sick of watching Christian men retreat when God called us to advance. This book contains the four-pillar battle strategy from 1 Corinthians 16:13 that transforms passive believers into spiritual warriors who defend their families, faith, and freedoms without compromise. The same strategy that helped me stand boldly in hostile environments without losing my witness, my family, or my effectiveness. Today, thousands of Christian men are using these biblical warfare principles to protect their children from cultural poison, build businesses that honor God without compromise, and create communities where biblical masculinity thrives. Inside you will find: - The stealth attack recognition system that identifies cultural threats before they destroy your family's faith. - The enemy playbook decoder that exposes how words like 'tolerance' and 'inclusion' are used as weapons against biblical truth. - The unshakeable conviction builder that makes you immune to shame tactics and social pressure. - The workplace persecution survival guide that protects your career while maintaining your Christian witness. - The biblical manhood reclamation process that breaks you free from toxic cultural masculinity. - The spiritual warrior training regimen that builds supernatural strength for long-term cultural battles. - The brotherhood assembly blueprint that connects you with other men worth fighting alongside. - The family fortress protection system that immunizes your children against radical indoctrination. - The Kingdom advancement strategy that moves you from defense to offense in cultural warfare. - The love-driven warfare technique that wins hearts while fighting lies - the secret weapon they never expect. This isn't another nice book about being a better Christian husband and father. This is a field manual for the war you're already fighting. You'll learn how to be watchful against cultural attacks, stand firm in biblical truth, act with courageous masculinity, and fight with spiritual strength - all while leading with the love that makes you unstoppable. The battle plan works immediately because it's based on God's Word, not human wisdom. You can start protecting your family and advancing God's kingdom within hours of reading this book. If you want to stop retreating and start winning the war on your faith without compromising your beliefs or losing your family. Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD5J27YD
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