Creating and Perpetuating Traditions of Men as the Word of God Promotes Abuse

Let the prophet who has a dream tell the dream, but let him who has my word speak my word faithfully. What has straw in common with wheat? declares the LORD. Is not my word like fire, declares the LORD, and like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces? Therefore, behold, I am against… Continue reading Creating and Perpetuating Traditions of Men as the Word of God Promotes Abuse

When is it okay to not tell the truth? — (Is it always sinful to tell an untruth?, Part 2)

It is our duty to obey God's laws, but each specific duty is not to be done on every occasion. It is our duty to obey the ninth commandment — You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.  ....You shall not lie to one another. You shall not swear by my name falsely, and so… Continue reading When is it okay to not tell the truth? — (Is it always sinful to tell an untruth?, Part 2)