Deciphered

  • The Condition of the Heart: Right with God, Open to the Holy Spirit

    The Bible teaches us that the heart is central to our spiritual life. Jesus said, “For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander” (Matthew 15:19). Our sins are not just external—they originate from the heart. For this reason, having a heart that is right with God is

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  • The Sword of Christ: Peace, Division, and True Discipleship

    One of the more puzzling statements in the Gospels comes when Jesus declares: “Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword.” (Matthew 10:34, NKJV) At first glance, this seems to contradict other passages where Jesus is called the Prince of Peace (Isaiah

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  • Why Did Muhammad Come After Jesus? A Biblical Perspective

    Throughout history, prophets have played a vital role in guiding people toward God’s truth. In both the Bible and the Qur’an, Jesus is acknowledged as a prophet — but in the Bible, He is also revealed as the Son of God and Savior of the world. The question “Why did Muhammad come after Jesus?” is

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  • Aren’t Miracles Just Myths?

    Miracles often face heavy skepticism. Many today see them as ancient myths—fabricated legends made up by primitive people to explain what they didn’t understand. But is that what the Bible presents? Are miracles just spiritual folklore, or are they real, historical acts of God? Miracles in the Bible Are Rooted in History, Not Fantasy Unlike

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  • Why Would a Loving God Allow Children to Suffer, or People to Go Through War, Disease, or Abuse?

    The Question of God’s Love and Human Suffering If God is loving and powerful, why do children suffer? Why do innocent people experience war, disease, and abuse? These are not just theological questions — they’re deeply human ones. This isn’t a new question. Throughout Scripture, even God’s own people wrestled with this: “Why do You

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  • Aren’t All Religions Basically the Same?

    In a world striving for unity and tolerance, it’s common to hear people say, “All religions teach basically the same thing,” or “It doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as you’re sincere.” But sincerity doesn’t equal truth. And while many religions may share surface-level moral teachings, they fundamentally contradict one another where it matters

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  • What About People Who Have Never Heard the Gospel?

    This is one of the most heartfelt and frequently asked questions in Christian apologetics: What happens to those who never hear about Jesus? Is God just to judge them? The question often comes from a place of compassion—but it must be answered by the truth of God’s Word, not our feelings. God is both loving

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  • Why Is Jesus the Only Way to God?

    In a world that promotes many paths to truth, the exclusive claims of Jesus Christ stand in sharp contrast. The idea that there is only one way to God is often dismissed as narrow-minded or offensive—but the Bible makes it unmistakably clear: Jesus is the only way to the Father. This is not a man-made

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  • Why Do Innocent People Die?

    It’s a question that stirs deep pain and confusion: “Why would a good God allow someone innocent to die?” Whether it’s the loss of a child, a beloved parent, or a kind stranger caught in tragedy, this question arises in nearly every human heart at some point. The Bible doesn’t ignore this question. It meets

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  • How do we know what’s literal and what’s symbolic?

    Context Is Key One of the most fundamental rules of Bible interpretation is that context determines meaning. The context includes the historical, cultural, and literary setting of a passage. When determining whether something is literal or symbolic, you need to consider: Genre of the Text The genre or type of literature significantly influences how we

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