Religion can be a touchy subject, especially when there are centuries of differences, disagreements, and sometimes conflicts between denominations. If you grew up Protestant, there are probably some things you may have heard about the Catholic Church that, well, aren’t entirely accurate. Here are some of the things you might get wrong, so you can…
The Bible has some seriously messed up stories that would earn a hard R rating if Hollywood got their hands on them. Here are 15 tales that prove the “Good Book” isn’t always so family-friendly. To be honest, I’d watch pretty much all of these myself! Lot’s Daughters (Genesis 19:30-38) After fleeing the destruction of…
Faith is such a personal thing. For some people, it’s a rock-solid foundation they’ve never even thought to question. For others, it’s a wavering flame, flickering in and out as life throws those curveballs. If you’ve found yourself questioning your Christian beliefs lately, you’re not alone. Doubts and questions are normal parts of many people’s…
The Bible can certainly feel intimidating at times, with all those “thee”s and “thou”s, people who seem either impossibly perfect or way too evil. But the thing is, some of the Bible’s most important figures were extremely flawed. Their struggles feel way more relatable than stories where everyone gets everything right all the time. Here…
If you were raised with the Bible as the literal word of God, questioning it can be scary. But, here’s the thing: taking everything literally leads to contradictions, ignores history, and honestly, makes it harder, not easier, to find the spiritual truths within. Here’s why you need to take certain things with a grain of…
The Bible on tattoos isn’t as clear-cut as some Christians would like to make it out. There’s a single verse that gets quoted a lot, but remember: the Bible was written in a very different time and culture. So, can a Christian get a tattoo and still be in good standing with God? Here’s what…
A lot of people are raised in the church, but as they get older, they start to question and maybe even leave their faith. It’s a complicated issue, not some simple “they lost their way” thing. There are valid reasons for this shift. It’s important to understand these reasons, whether you’re dealing with your own…
Marriage has been discussed at length over the years, but we’re not interested in the fairytale, wedding dress kind (at least not right now). Instead, for people of faith, it’s important to consider what the Bible, with its ancient wisdom, actually says about this complicated, messy, and sometimes amazing bond. The Bible doesn’t sugarcoat it:…
It’s important to remember the Bible isn’t meant to be a science textbook. Its authors wrote from their understanding of the world. However, considering the limitations of their time, it’s fascinating that certain passages echo concepts science would later solidify. This doesn’t necessarily prove divine origin, but it offers an interesting angle on the wisdom…
We all know the big-time sins the Bible warns about, but what about those sneaky everyday habits that might be throwing off our spiritual vibes? Turns out, even things that seem harmless can fall under the “sin” category if our hearts aren’t in the right place. Here are some of the things that might not…
