The Bible offers two seemingly contradictory commands regarding judgment. Jesus strictly forbids self-righteous, hypocritical judgment of the heart ("Do not judge, so that you will not be judged" - Matthew 7:1), which is reserved for God alone. However, He and the apostles mandate wise, discerning judgment of actions and teachings within the church ("Test everything; hold fast to what is good" - 1 Thessalonians 5:21). A Christian must never judge a person's worth or salvation, but is required to discern behavior and doctrines, especially within the Christian community, to uphold biblical standards.  

The Bible offers a resounding "By no means!" to the question of intentionally sinning because of God’s grace (Romans 6:1-2). While God’s forgiveness is infinite and freely given, true salvation means we are freed from the power of sin, not given a license to sin. The Christian is a "slave to righteousness" (Romans 6:18) and is called to live a new life that reflects the death of their old, sinful nature. Intentional, careless sin shows a misunderstanding of the transforming power of the Gospel.

Yes, Christians must avoid the hook-up culture. This practice conflicts with the biblical truth that sex is a covenantal act meant only for marriage (Genesis 2:24). Casual sex is considered sexual immorality and is a unique sin against one's own body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:18). The Christian mandate is to pursue holiness and self-control, treating one's body in a way that is holy and honorable (1 Thessalonians 4:4–5; 1 Peter 1:15–16).

A Christian must affirm objective morality, meaning certain actions are inherently right or wrong, regardless of opinion. This standard is rooted not in cultural views but in the unchanging character of a holy God (Psalm 145:17). Subjective morality fails to account for the universal human conscience (Romans 2:14–15) and undermines universal human rights. The Christian's call is to pursue holiness by conforming their lives to this fixed, objective truth (1 Peter 1:15–16).

The Bible offers no direct rule on R-rated movies, but calls for discretion and stewardship of the mind (Philippians 4:8). The decision rests on personal conscience (Romans 14:5), with the rule that one must not cause a weaker believer to stumble (Romans 14:21). The core consideration is whether the content aids or hinders a pursuit of holiness.  

Guarding against pornography in the digital age requires a defense built on spiritual commitment and technical barriers. Key steps include addressing the sin of idolatry in the heart (Luke 6:45), installing accountability software (e.g., Covenant Eyes), and seeking help through confession and counseling (James 5:16).

Does God care what I wear? This post explores the biblical call to Christian modesty, clarifying that it starts with the heart. We look at key verses like 1 Peter 3 and Romans 14 to explain why dressing with self-control is an act of love for others and worship to God.

Does God care what I wear? This post explores the biblical call to Christian modesty, clarifying that it starts with the heart. We look at key verses like 1 Peter 3 and Romans 14 to explain why dressing with self-control is an act of love for others and worship to God.