About this episode
The episode discusses the importance of grounding faith in the truth of Scripture rather than in childhood beliefs or cultural norms.
Many of us grew up hearing things from our parents that stuck with us, for better or for worse. Maybe you were told not to walk under a ladder or that a black cat crossing your path was bad luck. These ideas, repeated over and over, can take root in our minds. In the same way, we often carry theological beliefs from our childhood that are based more on tradition or superstition than on the solid truth of God’s Word. In a world of shifting opinions, it is essential for us to ask the most important question: What does the Bible say? Our faith cannot be built on hand-me-down beliefs or cultural norms. It must be anchored in the unchanging truth of Scripture and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This requires moving beyond simply having information about God to truly experiencing His grace. It is a journey from knowing about the Lord to making Him the Lord of your life, from hearing about the Bible to letting it become your final authority, and from participating in religion to having a genuine, life-changing encounter with the living God.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Curt Dodd
Topics covered
- theological beliefs
- tradition vs truth
- personal relationship with God
- faith and grace
- religion and spirituality
Keywords
- theology
- faith
- Scripture
- tradition
- superstition
- grace
- relationship with God
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Bible
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