When Back to the Frontier premiered in July 2025 featuring a same-sex couple, Christian outrage erupted online—“promoting sin,” many said. But that raises an important question: why does modern Christianity loudly condemn some sins while ignoring or defending others that Scripture clearly calls out? Take the Sabbath. Say it’s still a commandment, and you’ll likely be told, “That was fulfilled—we’re under grace now.” Yet those…
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No Rest Day or Night: A Clue About the Mark of the Beast? truthsum.org
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1 week ago in Second Coming, Mark of the Beast
Revelation 14:11 warns of those who worship the beast and receive his mark: “They have no rest day nor night.” This verse has often been misused to teach eternal torment, yet Scripture consistently shows the fate of the wicked is death—not endless suffering (Romans 6:23, Malachi 4:1–3). This phrase may instead reveal a spiritual truth: those who reject God’s authority, including His Sabbath, cut themselves…
Are We Polytheists? truthsum.org
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1 week ago in God Family
Some claim that believing in both a divine Father and Son makes one a polytheist. But the Bible tells a different story. Scripture never teaches that Jesus was created. Instead, it reveals the Father and Son as distinct divine beings who have existed eternally, sharing one Spirit, one purpose, and one throne. The Hebrew word Elohim (God) is plural—hinting at divine family rather than solitary…
The Algorithm and the Altar: Escaping the Game of Ritual Religion truthsum.org
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2 weeks ago in Human Beings
In today’s digital world, many think we’ve moved beyond ancient ritualism—but we haven’t. Social media runs on algorithms that reward certain behaviors: say the right thing, perform the right way, and you’re praised. Step out of line, and the system punishes you. This pattern mirrors the ancient religious mindset: manipulate the gods with rituals to get what you want. Shockingly, this same game can infect…
“It Is Finished” – But What Was Finished? truthsum.org
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2 weeks ago in Gospel Message
When Jesus declared, “It is finished” (John 19:30), He wasn’t saying the entire plan of salvation was complete. He didn’t say “I am finished”—He said it was. The mission given to Him at that time—living a sinless life, preaching the gospel of the Kingdom, and offering Himself as our Passover Lamb—was fulfilled. But that wasn’t the end. It was the turning point. The gospel Jesus…
The Sabbath Beyond the Shadows: Fulfilled or Forgotten? truthsum.org
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2 weeks ago in Weekly Sabbath
Is the Sabbath just an Old Testament shadow—something Christ fulfilled and left behind? Many Christians believe so, often pointing to Colossians 2:17 or Hebrews 4 to argue that Jesus replaced the weekly Sabbath with a spiritual kind of rest. But Scripture tells a fuller story. The Sabbath wasn’t first given at Sinai—it was blessed and sanctified at creation (Genesis 2:2–3). Long before there was sin,…
What Are You Practicing? truthsum.org
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3 weeks ago in Law, Sin, Repentance
In Matthew 7:23, Jesus warns, “Depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness.” He doesn’t rebuke them for sinning once—but for making sin a lifestyle. These individuals called Him “Lord,” performed miracles, and looked religious—but their actions denied God’s law. Lawlessness isn’t just breaking rules; it’s rejecting God’s authority. It can include sincere people who’ve been taught that God’s commands—like the Sabbath or His appointed times—no…
A Tale of Two Plans: What Most Christians Miss About God’s Ultimate Purpose truthsum.org
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3 weeks ago in Plan of Salvation
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
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3 weeks ago in Human Beings
In a world overflowing with noise and opinions, the Bible points us to a quieter—but far more powerful—way of influence: a life well-lived. From beginning to end, Scripture emphasizes how God’s people live, not how loudly they speak. The greatest testimony is not clever words or forceful debates, but integrity, humility, and obedience to God’s ways. Israel was never sent to convert the nations through…
Modern Israel: A Forgotten Promise Remembered truthsum.org
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
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1 month ago in Gospel Message, Kingdom, Plan of Salvation, Heaven & Hell
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
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1 month ago in Human Beings
In an age where we’re told to “trust the experts,” many forget that reasoning isn’t just a philosophical tool—it’s a biblical command. From theology to politics, society is increasingly split between blind trust in authority and the bold question: Does this actually make sense? The Bible not only allows that question—it encourages it. Isaiah 1:18 says, “Come now, and let us reason together.” In Acts…
Why Passover Still Matters truthsum.org
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….
Why We Observe the Passover at the Beginning of the 14th Day truthsum.org
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…
How Hell Got Hijacked: The Surprising Origins of the Modern View of Eternal Torment truthsum.org
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1 year ago in Heaven & Hell, Immortal Soul
The hell most people picture—fiery pits, screaming souls, and pitchfork-wielding demons—is more fiction than Scripture. While many assume this vision comes from the Bible, the modern concept of hell is deeply rooted in Greek philosophy, medieval literature, and church tradition, not the teachings of Jesus. Ancient Greek thinkers like Plato promoted the idea of the soul’s inherent immortality—an idea foreign to the Bible, which teaches…
A Journey Through Church History: The Enduring Legacy of the Church of God truthsum.org
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1 year ago in The Church
The Church of God traces its spiritual roots to the first-century believers described in the New Testament—not as a denomination, but as a faithful body of believers led by the Holy Spirit. Through the centuries, it has endured persecution, doctrinal compromise, and institutional upheaval, yet it continues as a living remnant devoted to biblical truth. This history is often viewed through the lens of Revelation…
A Mind Fit for Eternity truthsum.org
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1 year ago in Plan of Salvation, Human Beings
God isn’t just saving people—He’s shaping minds for eternity. Scripture shows us that He works through flawed individuals like David, Moses, and Peter—not because they were perfect, but because they were willing to yield. That’s the key: not flawlessness, but a heart open to change. Romans 8:7 says the carnal mind is hostile to God. A rebellious mind resists His way and is incompatible with…
Counting to Pentecost: The Firstfruits of God’s Plan truthsum.org
Unlike other biblical festivals with fixed calendar dates, Pentecost must be counted. From the day of the Wave Sheaf offering during Unleavened Bread, God instructs, “Count fifty days… then you shall offer a new grain offering to the LORD” (Leviticus 23:16). This is why the Greek name Pentecost—meaning “fiftieth”—endures today. But this counting has caused debate for centuries. Pharisees counted from the first High Day…
Salvation Reframed: From Scorecard to Spiritual Family truthsum.org
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1 year ago in Plan of Salvation
The Christian world is filled with debates about salvation. Is it once saved, always saved? Can it be lost? Do works matter? These questions all assume salvation is a transaction—something to secure or maintain. But what if salvation isn’t about a scorecard at all? Scripture reveals a different perspective. Jesus said no one can come to Him unless the Father draws them (John 6:44). This…
The Great Deception: How Satan Masquerades as an Angel of Light truthsum.org
Satan’s strategy has always been to deceive, beginning with Eve in the Garden and continuing throughout history by distorting God’s truth. Today, that deception may not look like paganism or atheism—it may look like Christianity. The Bible warns us that Satan masquerades as an angel of light. His most insidious tactic is not open rebellion but counterfeit worship that mimics the truth while subtly replacing…