A Tale of Two Plans: What Most Christians Miss About God’s Ultimate Purpose truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Walk into most churches today and you’ll hear a familiar message: accept Jesus now or face eternal torment in hell. It’s a message meant to inspire urgency—but it also leaves many wondering about the billions who never had a chance to hear the gospel. Is this really God’s plan? Scripture tells a bigger story. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible reveals a plan centered not…
Living the Convincing Life: The Biblical Power of Example Over Argument truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
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 nations through…
Modern Israel: A Forgotten Promise Remembered truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
When people hear “Israel” today, they often think only of the Jewish people. But biblically, Israel originally referred to all twelve tribes—descendants of Jacob’s sons—not just Judah. After the kingdom divided, the ten northern tribes retained the name Israel and were later exiled by Assyria around 721 BC, becoming the “lost tribes.” Yet God made enduring promises to these tribes, including blessings of national greatness….
Heaven Now? What the Bible Really Says About Enoch, Elijah, and the Thief on the Cross truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Many assume that the faithful go to heaven immediately after death, often citing Enoch, Elijah, and the thief on the cross as proof. But when Scripture is examined more closely, these examples don’t actually support that view—instead, they affirm the consistent biblical teaching of a future resurrection. Enoch is said to have been “taken” and to have “not seen death” (Hebrews 11:5), but just a…
Reasoning with God: The Forgotten Discipline in Theology truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
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 reason together.” In Acts…
Will the Dead Live Again? – Richard F. Ames thebiblesaysthat.com
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Are you worried about loved ones who died without knowing Christ? Are they lost forever in torment? The truth is far more hopeful—and far less understood—than most imagine. Many believe in an ever-burning hell because of tradition, not Scripture. Dante’s Inferno, not the Bible, shaped much of today’s imagery of hell. But your Bible says, “The wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23)—not eternal torment….
Pentecost and the Promise of the Father – John LaBissoniere ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Imagine if Jesus lived next door—healing, comforting, and guiding us instantly. Though He ascended to the Father long ago (John 16:28), He promised something even greater: the arrival of the Holy Spirit. At first, this seemed sorrowful to the disciples (John 16:6), but Jesus assured them it was for their benefit: “If I do not go away, the Helper will not come” (John 16:7). Just…
Did Jesus Abolish the Seventh-day Sabbath? cbcg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus affirmed that God’s commandments remain in force under the New Covenant “Therefore, whoever shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of [from] heaven; but whoever shall practice and teach them, this one shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven”(Matt. 5:19). Yet today, the Fourth…
Will Deceive Many (Part One) – Pat Higgins cgg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
In Matthew 16:3, Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for recognizing weather signs but ignoring the “signs of the times.” Could we be making the same mistake? Our world is in rapid moral decline—corruption touches every institution. Jesus warned of days like these, comparing them to Noah’s time, when “all flesh had corrupted their way” (Genesis 6:12). As in Noah’s day, deception now defines our age. Misinformation,…
The Apostle Paul’s Teaching on Justification in the Book of Galatians cbcg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Many use Galatians 5:18—“But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law”—to argue that Christians are no longer required to keep God’s commandments. But this interpretation is based on poor translation and misunderstanding. The original Greek lacks the definite article “the,” meaning it should read, “not under law.” But what kind of law is Paul referring to? Paul consistently upheld…
Were Holy Days the Heresy at Colosse? – Eddie Johnson lifehopeandtruth.com
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Colossians 2:16-17 is often misunderstood as proof that Paul rejected biblical holy days and food laws. But a closer look reveals something different. Paul wrote to counter false teachings—especially early forms of gnosticism—that had infiltrated the Colossian church. Some gnostics, particularly the ascetic kind, weren’t rejecting holy days altogether. Instead, they were keeping them in harsh, self-denying ways and judging others for being too festive…
God’s Seven Biblical Holy Days and Festivals youtu.be
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
God’s Plan in the Festivals: A Story of Family, Redemption, and Glory God has had a plan from the beginning. He created humanity with a purpose—not just to live and die, but to become part of His eternal family. This incredible truth is revealed in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and pictured clearly through the seven annual festivals God established. These days are…
Resisting to Bloodshed – Jeremy Lallier sabbaththoughts.com
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Resist the Shattering Here’s the bad news: Satan is out to get you. He wants to ruin your salvation, crush your spiritual potential, and leave you broken. But here’s the good news: He can’t—unless we let him. Jesus promises, “No one is able to snatch them out of My Father’s hand” (John 10:29). Our salvation is secure, but that doesn’t mean Satan stops trying to…
“But Let a Man Examine Himself”: 10 Questions to Ask Before Passover – Jeremy Lallier sabbaththoughts.com
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
As Passover approaches, self-examination is vital—but if we’re not careful, it can quickly slide into self-condemnation. It’s easy to focus on how far we still have to go: the struggles, the shortcomings, the sense that we haven’t done enough. Growth matters. But when our eyes are fixed only on our flaws, we risk missing the very purpose of the season. Paul wrote that in taking…
Are Christians Once Saved, Always Saved? ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Some believe that once a person accepts Jesus Christ as Savior, their salvation is forever assured—often called “eternal security” or “once saved, always saved.” But does the Bible actually teach this? A common proof text is John 10:27-29, where Jesus says His sheep hear His voice and no one can snatch them from His or the Father’s hand. However, this speaks of external threats, not…
The Son Makes Us Free – Brian Orchard leadingtolife.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
The Hedgehog Review, an intellectual publication, explores deep philosophical and ethical questions. One article begins with the question: “How do we foster the conditions conducive to a truly enduring moral and ethical order?” Intellectuals seek this order, often examining Critical Theory from the Frankfurt School, including Theodore Adorno’s work. One study titled “Glimpses of Light from Enlightenment’s Prison” critiques the Enlightenment as a restrictive framework….
What Is Hell? – Steve Myers, Tom Robinson ucg.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
What happens to bad people when they die? Or to those who aren’t Christians? Do they suffer forever in a fiery hell? Many assume so, but does eternal torment fit a loving God? Would He punish someone forever for a brief lifetime of mistakes? That concept portrays God as cruel, contradicting His nature of love (1 John 4:8). Surprisingly, the Bible doesn’t teach an ever-burning…
Why Passover Still Matters truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
To many modern Christians, Passover seems outdated—something “Jewish” and unnecessary under grace. Easter has replaced it in popular tradition. Yet just before His crucifixion, Jesus said, “With fervent desire I have desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer” (Luke 22:15). He didn’t replace it—He gave it deeper meaning. Passover began as a rescue from Egypt, marked by the blood of a lamb….
The Two Sabbaths youtu.be
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
Throughout the Bible, there are some scriptures that seem to conflict. One, in particular, involves the women buying and preparing spices for Jesus’ burial. In Mark 16:1, it says they bought the spices after the Sabbath. But in Luke 23:56, it says they prepared the spices before the Sabbath and then rested. So, what happened here? Did Luke or Mark misremember? Was it a mistake…
Why We Observe the Passover at the Beginning of the 14th Day truthsum.org
Ryan Welsh
3 years ago in Bible
The timing of Passover observance has long been debated. Most today observe it at the end of the 14th day of the first month, just as the 15th begins, based on a traditional interpretation of Exodus 12:6. But another perspective—still held by some—places the observance at the beginning of the 14th, right after sunset. Jesus’ example supports this early observance. He ate the Passover meal…