Theology
Are We Little Gods?
Did you know the Bible calls some people gods? And did you know that Jesus quoted the Psalm that says so? Yes, this is true, God did indeed call people gods,…
Articles & Studies
Thinking carefully about the faith.
Clear, Scripture-grounded writing on the questions that matter most, from the reliability of the Bible to the problem of evil and the life of the local church.
Theology
Are We Little Gods?
Did you know the Bible calls some people gods? And did you know that Jesus quoted the Psalm that says so? Yes, this is true, God did indeed call people gods,…
Christian Living
Being Grateful Every Day… for Christ
During the Thanksgiving holidays, many people take the opportunity to express their thankfulness to others for the many things they appreciate about them, or for the…
Theology
How to Discern False Teachers
There are teachers within Christendom that you do not want to be listening to or watching as a born-again Christian—their teachings will destroy your faith and will…
Christian Living
Just Keep Speaking
Speaking with others about the things of God can be difficult, sometimes causing us to lose heart as we wonder whether or not our words—or God's Words—are even…
Scripture
The Bible: Inspired by God's Holy Spirit
In our article "The Holy Bible: How It's God's Word," we looked at the internal and external evidences that support the claim that the Bible is the Word of God. But…
Culture & Ethics
The Christian and Guns
"Guns and Christianity don't go together" is what many believe and assert, even some Christians. A few people also remind us that Christ tells us to "turn the other…
Scripture
The Truth Shall Set You Free: What It Truly Means
The Truth Informed logo has, on the bottom of the blue ring, a familiar part of a verse: "The Truth Shall Set You Free." This verse is found in John 8:31-32, and the…
Worship & Prayer
What to Look for in a Worship Song (Part 1)
Worshipping God is an honor and a privilege. Worshipping God through music is a gift, for who doesn't like music? Music is so crucial to enjoy–and even…
Worship & Prayer
What to Look for in a Worship Song (Part 2)
In Part 1 of "What To Look For In A Worship Song," we looked at the gift of music we humans have been given by God for God. Music is an extremely significant part of…
Theology
Can True Christians Be Possessed by Demons?
Usually around the Halloween/Fall season, people start thinking and wondering about evil. Is it real? Why does it exist? Why is there so much of it? Is Satan really…
The Church
Churches Need Women Who Follow the Bible: A Response to Relevant Magazine
A few days ago, an article titled "Yes, Churches Need Women Who Teach, Lead and Preach" was published by Relevant Magazine. The writer of the article attempted to…
Theology
Did Jesus Have Faith?
A rather odd question, right...did Jesus have faith? But if you think about it, it makes sense to ask it. It is quite easy to prove that the Old Testament patriarchs…
Apologetics
How Are Unbelievers Sometimes Better People Than Christians?
It is often the case that Christians are put to shame by unbelievers when it comes to morality, character, deeds, and overall way of life. Atheists, naturalists,…
Apologetics
How Faith and Reason Intersect
What is the relationship between faith and reason? Are these two realities polar opposites? Is Christianity a religion of faith apart from reason; in other words,…
Culture & Ethics
How Racism Must Be Defeated
It seems like we are bombarded daily with news of how a member of "this race" was shot down by members of "that race" in what is sure to become another national…
Theology
How to Read and Listen with Discernment
Not many things are as important to your spiritual development as being able to read and listen with discernment. A person who has true spiritual discernment is able…
Theology
Is Faith a Work, a Gift, or Neither?
As Christians, the Bible teaches us to have faith in Christ and in His finished work. But is the fact that we have faith, or exercise it in Christ, considered to be…
Scripture
Is the Bible Inerrant?
The other day, as I was driving to work in my old, red Jeep (going over 60 mph), I noticed the sun rising on the horizon, and I remembered God and thanked Him for…
Theology
Is Trying Not to Sin Considered a Work?
In a recent Bible study on the topic of God's grace, a question was posed to the person teaching that deserved more explaining than time permitted at that moment.…
Scripture
Jesus, the Son of God: What It Truly Means
When it comes to Christianity, one of the most perplexing aspects that causes doubt among many people is Jesus' title as the "Son of God." The titles "Son of God"…
Scripture
Keep and Guard Your Heart: What It Truly Means
The heart. It is what keeps us alive by pumping its life-giving blood through our bodies. But it is also a term we use to mean our souls, our minds, or anywhere we…
Theology
Spiritual Gifts: Important Questions (Part 1)
Spiritual Gifts is a topic that intrigues many people, believers and unbelievers alike—especially the more extravagant and marvelous ones like works of healing,…
Theology
Spiritual Gifts: Important Questions (Part 2)
In our previous article, we raised and answered a few questions regarding Spiritual gifts as they pertain to believers. We concluded that Spiritual gifts are given…
The Church
The Business-Modeled Church
In our culture nowadays (especially in the U.S.), businesses are everything. Either you are an influential corporate CEO, help manage a large company, run your own…
Culture & Ethics
The Christian and Immigration: A Balanced View
Over the past couple of weeks, you have surely seen the amount of protesting going on about president Trump’s stance on immigration. It seems even Christians are up…
Culture & Ethics
The Christian and Santa Claus
Christmas is upon us! Once again, we have been given another year to celebrate this wonderful season with our family and friends. May we forever thank and praise our…
Christian Living
The Truth About Forgiveness
Forgiveness. What is it, and how does God require us to grant it? Is forgiveness excusing sin? Does it automatically make us trust someone once again? Does God…
The Church
The Truth of the Tithe (Part 1): In the Old Testament
Let us first start with what this two-part series of articles is not about. This series is not about giving license to Christians to not give at all. It is also not…
The Church
The Truth of the Tithe (Part 2): In the New Testament
Let us remember what this series of two articles is not about. This series is not about giving license to Christians to not give at all. It is also not about…
Worship & Prayer
Truth in Quotes: A. W. Tozer (Whatever Happened to Worship?)
A new class of article added to Truth Informed, Truth In Quotes aims to impart truths through pithy but substantial sayings or quotes from various authors. We will…
The Church
Truth in Quotes: Leonard Ravenhill (Why Revival Tarries)
A new class of article added to Truth Informed, Truth In Quotes aims to impart truths through pithy but substantial sayings or quotes from various authors. We will…
Worship & Prayer
Truthful Answers About Prayer (Part 1)
Oh, the benefit everyone would gain if they asked questions about one of the things Jesus did most throughout His ministry: pray. Many people struggle to pray, but…
Worship & Prayer
Truthful Answers About Prayer (Part 2)
In our previous article about prayer, we answered seven common questions that people ask about this most important topic. We saw that God wants us to pray because He…
Apologetics
What About the People Who Never Heard the Gospel?
Many Christians will one day ask themselves, or be asked, "What happens to those people who died and never had a chance to hear the Gospel, who never got to place…
Christian Living
What to Look for in a Daily Devotional
Devotionals have taken Christianity by storm! Almost every Christian author has at least one devotional in their list of published works. Some authors have even…
Scripture
Where There Is No Vision: What It Truly Means
Vision statements have saturated the business world since the 1920s, with visionary leaders guiding their organizations with ingenuity, passion, and…
Apologetics
Why Apologetics Matters
We apologize for a lot of things throughout our lives, but one of those things should never be our faith in Christ. Apologizing to the world is what many people…
Theology
7 Truths About the Image of God in Humans
What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Does it mean we are gods and have powers? Does it mean that we rule the world? A fascinating subject, many…
Scripture
Bible Translations: Pick a Good One!
What Bible translation is the best one to read? Which translation will truly deepen your understanding of God's Word, and therefore bring you into a closer…
Christian Living
God. Loves. You.
Sometimes it seems like God is absent from our world (and maybe from your life). It seems He has simply given up on us and is letting us destroy one another...one…
Scripture
God Won't Give You More Than You Can Bear?
It is often stated, especially during crises, that "God promises not to give us more than we can bear." But is this true? Although the ones who say this mean well,…
The Church
7 Ways You Are Hindering Your Church's Health (Part 1)
There are many articles out there talking about "how to spot signs that your church is sick," or the like. Many of them seem to blame the leaders of a church for its…
The Church
7 Ways You Are Hindering Your Church's Health (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of the series "7 Ways You Are Hindering Your Church's Health." As you read these, reflect on the things you may be doing that could be causing your…
Scripture
I Can Do All Things Through Christ: What It Truly Means
It's a famous verse; it's a misinterpreted verse; it's a misused verse; it's a powerful verse—when understood correctly! Anyone even remotely acquainted with…
Worship & Prayer
Service Does Not Always Equal Worship
It is commonly taught that, when we serve–especially in the church–we are worshipping God. And this may be true, but is it always the case? Are serving and…
Culture & Ethics
The Christian and Halloween
Opinions concerning whether or not Christians should, or are free, to celebrate Halloween flood the internet. The opinions range from believing that a Christian is…
Apologetics
What Is Truth?
What is truth, and how can we know it? A short look at the correspondence view of truth and why Jesus claimed not only to speak the truth, but to be the Truth.
Christian Living
When You Compare, God's Heart You Tear
Have you ever heard or used the saying that goes, "you are comparing apples to oranges"? This means that a comparison is being made between two unrelated and…
Apologetics
Why Evil?
It is easy for most of us to explain what evil is, but it is certainly difficult to attempt to explain why evil is. Although I do not presume to have the ultimate…
Scripture
You and Your Household Will Be Saved: What It Truly Means
I see a heartbreaking picture in my mind: a man, angry at God because God didn't keep His promise to him. God didn't save his wife, the most intimate member of his…
Scripture
The Holy Bible: How It's God's Word
As Christians, we take the Bible to be the Word of God. We hold this view almost automatically because we have the Holy Spirit within us that affirms to us the…
Scripture
The Cup of Cold Water: What It Truly Means
A popular verse mentioned by pastors, evangelists, and missionaries when exhorting congregations to serve others, whether financially or otherwise, is Matthew 10:42.…