To the Saints Who Visit Here—A Thank You

To the Saints Who Visit Here—A Thank You

To each one who has visited this site—thank you. Your presence here is not taken lightly. Whether you came seeking clarity, encouragement, or simply exploring, I’m grateful for the opportunity to walk a few steps with you in the Word. My prayer is that your visits have stirred not only curiosity, but conviction—that you are growing in sound doctrine and in the understanding of God’s Word rightly divided.

But more than doctrinal clarity, I long for you to know Christ.

Not merely as a name in Scripture, but as the living, risen Saviour who gave Himself for you. Without Him, we are eternally separated from God, from life, from peace, and from glory. But because of Him—because of His sacrifice—we can be justified, reconciled, and restored to fellowship with the God who made us.

Jesus Christ is the Son of God, yes—but He is also the express image of God, the fullness of the Godhead bodily. It was not merely a representative who died for us—it was God Himself, incarnate, who bore our sin and paid our debt. What love is this, that the Creator would become the sacrifice? That the Judge would take the penalty? That the Holy One would make Himself the offering?

This is salvation. And it is offered freely to all who believe.

But salvation is not the end—it is the beginning.

Why the Bible Only Contradicts When You Read It All as One Book

Why the Bible Only Contradicts When You Read It All as One Book

This post addresses an article in which the author ridicules the Bible, claiming it is riddled with contradictions and therefore cannot be divinely inspired. Their critique stems not from malice, but from a deep misunderstanding of Scripture’s structure, purpose, and context. By treating the Bible as a single, undivided document—where every verse is assumed to apply equally to every person in every age—they fall into the common trap of contextual blindness. Their article mocks dozens of verses, pairing them as supposed contradictions, and uses these mismatches to dismiss the Bible’s credibility.

What follows is a corrective reply: each quoted “contradiction” is examined and rightly divided according to God’s dispensational blueprint—between prophecy and mystery, law and grace, Israel and the Body of Christ. Once this division is recognised, the confusion dissolves, and Scripture is revealed not as a flawed book, but as a perfectly ordered revelation of God’s truth, harmony, and eternal purpose.

You’re Right—It Doesn’t Add Up. But That’s Because You’re Missing the Key.

You wrote:

“The thing that primarily killed my faith is that I read enough of The Bible to realize that it teemed with contradictions and thus couldn’t possibly have been divinely inspired…”

That’s honest. And it’s a common conclusion—especially among those who were taught to treat the Bible as one seamless document, where every verse applies equally to every person in every age. But that’s not how the Bible presents itself. And once you learn to rightly divide it, the contradictions vanish.

Let’s start with your first example:

Does Dispensationalism Divide God?

Does Dispensationalism Divide God?

Many critics of dispensational truth argue that it creates a dangerous division within the Godhead—portraying the Father as the source of law and judgment, and the Son as the bearer of grace and mercy. This objection often takes the form of five specific claims:

• That dispensationalism separates the Father and the Son, implying two different divine standards.
• That it introduces two laws—one from the Father, one from the Son—undermining the incarnation.
• That it makes Jesus a new lawgiver who softens or replaces the Father’s commands.
• That it turns the kingdom of God into a political system rather than a spiritual reality.
• That it revives the ancient heresy of Marcionism by dividing the Old and New Testament portrayals of God.

In the article below, we will examine each of these claims in light of Scripture and demonstrate that they arise from a misunderstanding of dispensational teaching. Far from dividing the Godhead, dispensational truth affirms the unity of Father, Son, and Spirit—each operating in perfect harmony across distinct stewardships. Let the Word rightly divided bring clarity.

Dispensationalism and the Unity of the Godhead: One Will, One Purpose

A common accusation against dispensational truth is that it separates the Father and the Son—portraying the Father as the source of law and judgment, and the Son as the agent of grace and mercy. This objection claims that dispensationalism teaches two different divine wills, or even two different standards of righteousness. But this is a misrepresentation. Dispensational truth does not divide the Godhead; it distinguishes the progressive revelation of God’s unified purpose across time. Scripture affirms that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one in essence, one in purpose, and one in will—yet they have revealed that will in different ways across dispensations.

Let us examine the key misunderstandings and correct them with Scripture.

Dispensational Clarity concerning the Unity of God

Many who oppose dispensational truth often raise concerns about the unity of God and the gospel, suggesting that dispensational teaching divides God's nature, fragments His message, and introduces conflicting standards of salvation. These objections typically centre around five key claims, as listed below—each aiming to discredit the legitimacy of rightly dividing the Word. 

In this post, we will examine these claims carefully and demonstrate, through Scripture alone, that these arguments are unfounded. Far from undermining unity, dispensational truth clarifies God's consistent character, His unfolding gospel, and His sovereign plan across time.

Claims concerning the Unity of God and the Gospel

• Dispensationalism divides Scripture into eras that allegedly change God’s requirements, fracturing the unity of His nature and voice.
• It implies God operates differently in different dispensations, altering His will, law, and gospel — contradicting His immutability (Mal. 3:6; Heb. 13:8).
• It creates multiple gospels (kingdom, grace, everlasting), which undermines the singularity of salvation and violates Galatians 1:8.
• It separates the teachings of Jesus from the Church, making His commands seem irrelevant to believers today.
• It treats the gospel as a system of timelines rather than a revelation of one Person — Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Dispensational Clarity concerning the Unity of God

One of the most common objections to dispensational truth is the claim that it divides God, fragments His gospel, and undermines His eternal nature. Critics often assert that dispensationalism teaches multiple ways of salvation, conflicting divine standards, and a fractured view of Christ’s teachings. But these accusations stem from a misunderstanding of what dispensationalism actually affirms. Far from dividing God, dispensational truth rightly distinguishes His dealings with mankind across time, while preserving the unity of His character, His gospel, and His redemptive purpose.

Let us examine and correct five common misconceptions.

The Turning of the Ages: From Kingdom to Grace

The Turning of the Ages: From Kingdom to Grace

The Kingdom Still Offered (Acts 1-7)

The book of Acts opens with the risen Christ speaking to His apostles of the kingdom of God. Their question is simple, almost childlike in its hope: “Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel?” (Acts 1:6). The expectation is alive, the promises of the prophets still ringing in their ears. When Peter stands to preach at Pentecost, he does not announce a new programme but calls Israel to repentance so that “the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord, and he shall send Jesus Christ” (Acts 3:19-20). The kingdom is still on offer, the prophetic hope still extended to the nation.

Yet the story takes a darker turn. In Acts 7, Stephen, full of the Holy Ghost, rehearses Israel’s long history of resisting God’s messengers. His words cut deep: “Ye do always resist the Holy Ghost: as your fathers did, so do ye” (Acts 7:51). The leaders, enraged, drag him outside the city and stone him. This is more than the silencing of a preacher; it is the nation’s climactic rejection of the Messiah and His witness. With Stephen’s death, the prophetic appeal to Israel as a nation reaches its close. The kingdom offer is refused, and the stage is set for God to reveal something entirely new.

The Damascus Road: A New Apostle (Acts 9)

Into this moment of rejection and scattering steps the most unlikely figure. Saul of Tarsus, breathing out threatenings and slaughter, sets out for Damascus to crush the followers of Jesus. But on that road, heaven breaks in. A light shines, a voice speaks, and the persecutor falls to the ground. “Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?” (Acts 9:4). In that instant, the enemy of Christ becomes His chosen vessel.

The Confession Trap: What This Verse Doesn’t Say

The Confession Trap: What 1 John 1:9 Doesn’t Say

1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

The Confusion

Many believers are taught that this verse is a daily requirement for maintaining salvation or staying “in fellowship” with God. Some even fear that unconfessed sin breaks their relationship with Christ or causes them to lose salvation. This leads to a performance-based mindset, where forgiveness is seen as conditional and uncertain.

The Context

1 John was written to address false teachings and to affirm the truth about Jesus Christ. The opening chapter contrasts light and darkness, truth and deception. Verse 9 is part of a broader appeal to unbelievers who claim to have no sin. John is not prescribing a ritual for believers to regain fellowship, but offering a gospel invitation to those who deny their need for forgiveness.

Enduring to the End: What Matthew 24:13 Really Means

“Enduring to the End: What Matthew 24:13 Really Means”

“But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.” Matthew 24:13

The Confusion

This verse is frequently misunderstood and misapplied, especially by those unfamiliar with dispensational distinctions. Many interpret it as teaching that salvation in any age depends on one’s ability to persevere through trials or remain faithful until death. This interpretation can lead to fear, insecurity, and a works-based view of salvation. However, when rightly divided, the verse reveals a very specific meaning tied to Israel’s prophetic program, not the Church’s mystery calling.

The Context

Matthew 24 is part of the Olivet Discourse, where Jesus speaks to His Jewish disciples about events that will unfold during the future Tribulation period. The chapter outlines signs of the end, including deception, persecution, and cosmic disturbances. The audience is clearly Israel, and the context is prophetic, not doctrinal instruction for the Body of Christ. Verse 13, then, must be understood within this framework.

Why It’s Misunderstood

The phrase “endure unto the end” does not refer to mere physical survival through the Tribulation, nor does it imply that salvation is earned by longevity. Rather, it speaks of spiritual endurance — remaining faithful to the Messiah under extreme pressure, even unto death. The “saved” in this context are those who do not abandon their testimony, who refuse to worship the beast, and who remain rooted in their faith despite persecution. This is consistent with Revelation 12:11, which honors those who “loved not their lives unto the death,” and with Jesus’ own words in Luke 9:62, warning that those who look back are not fit for the Kingdom.

The Right Way to Learn Knowledge

The Right Way to Learn Knowledge

In the Christian life, it’s easy to think that once we’ve learned a few truths or understood a few doctrines, we’ve arrived at spiritual maturity. But the Bible warns us against that kind of thinking. True growth is not just about knowing facts—it’s about how we carry that knowledge, how we treat others, and whether our understanding leads to humility or pride. One verse that speaks directly to this is 1 Corinthians 8:2, which says, “And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know.” This is not a harsh statement—it’s a loving correction from the apostle Paul, reminding us that knowledge without love and humility is incomplete.

The context of this verse is a discussion about eating meat that had been offered to idols. In Corinth, some believers knew that idols were nothing and that eating such meat was not sinful. They had the right doctrine, but they were using their liberty without thinking about how it affected weaker believers who didn’t yet understand these things. Paul begins the chapter by saying, “Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth.” In other words, knowledge can make us proud, but love builds others up. Verse 2 follows this thought by showing that if someone thinks he knows something fully, he probably hasn’t yet learned how to handle that knowledge in the way God wants.

The lesson here is simple but important. God is not just interested in what we know—He cares about how we use that knowledge. If our understanding leads us to look down on others, or to act without care for their spiritual wellbeing, then we haven’t yet learned the truth properly. Paul is teaching that true knowledge must be joined with love, patience, and humility. In the dispensation of grace, we are called to walk in truth, but also to walk in charity. That means we must be careful not to let our liberty become a stumbling block for someone else. Even if we are right in doctrine, we can be wrong in attitude.

Why the Bible Seems to Contradict Itself — and How It Doesn’t

Why the Bible Seems to Contradict Itself — and How It Doesn’t

The Bible is a remarkable book. It speaks with authority, it speaks with tenderness, and it speaks across thousands of years of history. Yet, for many, it also seems to speak with contradictions. One page tells us, “Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy” (Exodus 20:8), and another says, “Let no man therefore judge you… in respect of… the sabbath days” (Colossians 2:16). One verse commands, “An eye for an eye” (Exodus 21:24), while another urges, “Whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also” (Matthew 5:39). If we are honest, these differences can leave us puzzled. Has God changed His mind? Is the Bible inconsistent? Or is there something deeper we have not yet understood?

The answer is not that God has changed, nor that His Word is flawed, but that He has spoken to different people at different times under different arrangements. The apostle Paul gives us the key when he writes, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). Rightly dividing means recognising the distinctions God Himself has placed in His Word — understanding who is being addressed, when they are being addressed, and under what covenant or dispensation they stand. Without this, we end up blending law with grace, Israel with the Church, prophecy with mystery, and the result is confusion, misapplication, and often a quiet frustration in the Christian life.

Doctrine and Discernment (Part Four): Stewarding Truth and Love in Ministry

Doctrine and Discernment (Part Four): Stewarding Truth and Love in Ministry

There’s a quiet danger in mistaking method for maturity. We often lean on formulas to help us communicate spiritual truths, and rightly so—they offer clarity, structure, and consistency. But the formula is not the substance. It’s a scaffold, not a sanctuary. True spiritual discernment comes not by rigid application, but by yielding to the Spirit’s wisdom. We study, we rightly divide, we prepare—but then we walk.

To help us walk wisely, we’ll explore a five-point framework—people, matter, fruit, motive, and method. This is not a checklist for performance, but a compass for understanding. It’s a way to receive knowledge and begin discerning how to minister God’s Word with balance—avoiding the extremes of Berean rigidity and Romans 14 leniency, and instead walking the Spirit-led middle path of truth and love.

PEOPLE — Who Are You Speaking To?

Not every believer is in the same place spiritually, and the Spirit calls us to discern that difference with care. Some are strong in faith, able to receive correction, digest meatier truths, and engage in doctrinal clarity without stumbling. Others are still growing—needing gentleness, patience, and protection from overload. To minister wisely is to recognise this spectrum and respond accordingly. A hard truth spoken to a soft heart can wound more than it heals. Likewise, withholding clarity from a mature believer can hinder growth. The Spirit leads us to match tone and depth to the hearer’s capacity, not out of compromise, but out of love.

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 6): Liberty and Responsibility

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 6): Liberty and Responsibility

We’ve come a long way in this series, and it’s worth pausing to take it in. Each part has been a step—not just in understanding, but in spiritual posture. We began by recognising the carnal mind for what it is: natural, unrenewed, and unable to receive the things of God. That was Part 1. Then we saw that renewal isn’t just about adding truth—it’s about forsaking what shaped us before. That was Part 2. In Part 3, we were reminded that growth is measured by movement, not by flawlessness. The spiritual mind is formed gradually, and every step matters. Then came Part 4, where we saw that doctrine isn’t dry—it’s the very substance that renews the mind. Truth rightly divided gives structure to our thinking. And in Part 5, we brought that renewal into daily life. Walking in the Spirit isn’t mystical—it’s practical. It’s how we respond, how we think, how we live.

Now we arrive at a quiet turning point. Not a new lesson, but a reminder. A moment to breathe and consider what all of this means—not just inwardly, but outwardly. Because the renewed mind doesn’t exist in isolation. It begins to shape how we carry ourselves, how we speak, how we serve. And that’s where liberty comes in—not as a concept to admire, but as a reality to steward.

Paul wrote to the Galatians, “Only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another” (Galatians 5:13). That verse doesn’t come with pressure—it comes with perspective. Liberty in Christ is a gift, but it’s also a trust. It frees us from the weight of law, yes—but it also frees us to walk with purpose. The spiritual mind doesn’t treat liberty as a personal escape. It sees it as an open door to serve, to build, to edify.

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 5): Walking in the Spirit Daily

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 5): Walking in the Spirit Daily

Before we continue, let’s take a moment to look back at where we’ve been. In Part 1, we saw the difference between the carnal mind and the spiritual mind. The carnal mind is natural to all of us—it’s how we think before we come to Christ, and it remains with us unless we renew it. In Part 2, we learned that renewal requires forsaking. We cannot hold on to old thoughts and expect new life. The Word of God must replace what we once believed. Then in Part 3, we were reminded that spiritual growth is a journey. It’s not about being perfect but about moving forward. Every step matters. And in Part 4, we saw that renewal is shaped by doctrine. The mind is not renewed by emotion or experience, but by truth—truth rightly divided and received with meekness.

Now we come to Part 5, and we begin to see how this renewed mind is lived out. It’s not just something we understand—it’s something we walk in. Paul writes, “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.” (Galatians 5:25). This is not a once-off decision. It is a daily walk. It is a way of thinking, a way of responding, a way of living. The spiritual mind is not just for study—it is for life.

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 4): Doctrine Shapes Renewal

From Carnal to Spiritual (Part 4): Doctrine Shapes Renewal

Before we press forward, let us pause and reflect on the ground we’ve already covered. In Part 1, we explored the stark contrast between the carnal and spiritual mind—the one governed by fleshly reasoning, the other by divine truth. We saw that the spiritual mind is not natural, but cultivated, and that the believer is called to intentional renewal. In Part 2, we learned that renewal is not passive; it requires forsaking. Old thought patterns must be abandoned, not merely suppressed. The mind must be emptied of error before it can be filled with truth. Then in Part 3, we were reminded that this journey is not about perfection, but progression. God does not demand flawlessness, but faithfulness. The spiritual mind is measured not by how far we’ve come, but by whether we are moving forward—renewed day by day, growing in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Now, in Part 4, we turn our attention to the substance of that renewal. What exactly renews the mind? What shapes the spiritual understanding of the believer? The answer is not found in emotion, experience, or even sincerity—it is found in doctrine. Not just any doctrine, but sound doctrine, rightly divided, rooted in the Word of God and revealed through the apostle Paul for the Church today. “That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine…” (Ephesians 4:14). The renewed mind is not a blank canvas—it is a built structure. It has a foundation, a framework, and a finish. And that structure is doctrinal.

Love That Serves: The Labour Born of Faith and Formed by Truth

The Labour Born of Faith and Formed by Truth

In the life of a believer, there is no higher calling than to walk in love—a love that serves, sacrifices, and reflects the very heart of Christ. Yet this love is not self-generated. It is not the product of religious tradition, emotional devotion, or fleshly effort. True charity, the kind that pleases God, is born of a pure heart, shaped by a good conscience, and sustained by faith unfeigned. As Paul wrote to Timothy, “Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned” (1 Timothy 1:5, KJV). This is the goal of all divine instruction: love that flows from within, not manufactured from without.

This love is not passive—it is active. It is the labour of love that Paul commends in 1 Thessalonians 1:3, a love that works, gives, and serves. But it is also a love that is formed, not forced. It is developed in the believer through the work of faith—the ongoing process of studying the Word of God, yielding to its truth, and allowing the Spirit to shape the inner man. As the Word is received with meekness and obeyed with sincerity, the character of Christ begins to take root. And from that root springs the fruit of charity—not as a duty, but as a delight.

This is the essence of Christian liberty. As Paul writes in Galatians, “For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another” (Galatians 5:13, KJV). Liberty in Christ is not freedom to indulge the flesh—it is freedom to walk in the Spirit. It is the freedom to serve, not because we are bound by law, but because we are bound by love. And this love is not superficial—it is the highest righteousness a man can attain. A free man, willingly serving others, bound only by the love of Christ formed within him.

Doctrine and Discernment (Intro): Balancing the Word

Doctrine and Discernment (Intro): Balancing the Word

Holding Truth and Heart Together

Truth matters. Grace matters. But too often, believers lean hard in one direction—either guarding doctrine with such precision that they forget the people it's meant to serve, or embracing relational kindness so freely that biblical clarity gets blurred. This series is an invitation to walk in both. Not one or the other. Both.

In Part 1, we’ll meet the Bereans of Acts 17:11—known not for their credentials, but for their consistency. They tested everything by the Word, daily and with care. It’s a picture of objective discernment, where conviction is built on Scripture, not assumption.

In Part 2, we’ll step into the tenderness of Romans 14, where Paul urges believers not to quarrel over disputable matters. Instead, he teaches us to honor the conscience, walk gently with the weak, and build each other up in love. It’s not compromise—it’s compassion.

Then in Part 3, we’ll bring it all together. Because maturity isn’t found in choosing between truth and heart—it’s found when we let Scripture shape both. That kind of balance produces believers who hold fast to what’s right but walk gently with those still growing.

In the next post we’ll start things off by walking alongside the Bereans in Acts 17—ordinary believers who searched the Scriptures daily with focus and humility. But this isn’t just about studying with precision. It’s about learning how clear doctrine can shape our love and deepen our walk with others. If you’ve ever wondered how to hold firm to truth while staying soft toward people, Part 1 will steady your convictions and stir your heart.

Self-Examination – The Grace of Testing Ourselves (Part 7)

Self-Examination – The Grace of Testing Ourselves (Part 7)

We’ve walked a measured path through Scripture’s sobering portrayals of proving and reprobation—a journey that began at the Scale of the Mind, where we saw the internal tension between approval and rejection playing out in the believer’s thought life. We paused to explore the Greek foundations of these terms in dokimazō and adokimos, finding that our spiritual health hinges on whether we’re proven true or found wanting. We then entered the Season of Probation, that God-given window where we are weighed—not for condemnation, but for correction.

The study led us next into the vital nature of Love That Discerns—a love that shields against deception by rooting itself in truth. From there, we heard God’s call to Be Renewed and Be Disciplined, recognizing that both renewal and loving chastening are God’s tools to prevent spiritual collapse. Then came the chilling descent traced in The Downward Spiral, where unchecked drift leads from disinterest to depravity. All of it has led here—not to a checkpoint, but to a conclusion, a call to pause, reflect, and weigh ourselves. Self-examination, then, is not an optional devotional practice, but the very grace that helps us avoid becoming reprobate.

But what is self-examination, really? It’s not morbid introspection or an exercise in self-loathing. It is the Spirit-led act of looking into the Word—God’s mirror—and inviting it to shine into our affections, convictions, and conduct. It is where conscience meets revelation, where we test not only our beliefs but the spiritual fruit that results from them.

Downward Spiral – From Disinterest to Depravity (Part 6)

Downward Spiral – From Disinterest to Depravity (Part 6)

In Part 1, we introduced the scale of the mind—caught between proving and reprobation. Part 2 explored the Greek roots of dokimazō and adokimos, revealing how testing leads to either approval or rejection. Part 3 reminded us that every believer lives in a season of probation—a time to respond to truth before the test ends. Part 4 showed that love is the key to discernment, enabling us to approve what is excellent. Part 5 called us to renewal and discipline—the means by which proving becomes possible and reprobation is resisted.

Now, in Part 6, we examine the tragic alternative: the downward spiral that leads from disinterest in truth to full-blown depravity. This is not a sudden collapse—it is a slow descent, marked by suppression, substitution, and eventual abandonment. It is the path of the reprobate mind, and it must be understood with urgency and clarity.

The Spiral Begins with Suppression

In Romans 1:18, Paul writes:

“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness.”

The spiral begins not with ignorance, but with suppression. The truth is known—through creation, conscience, and conviction—but it is held down, resisted, and replaced. This is the first step toward reprobation: the refusal to retain God in knowledge. It is not passive—it is wilful. The mind begins to drift, not because it lacks truth, but because it resists it.

Walking the Line Between Proving and Reprobation (Part 1)

Walking the Line Between Proving and Reprobation (Part 1)

Introduction to the Series

Many believers know they are called to follow God’s will—but few realize that Scripture presents this calling on a scale, a line of spiritual measure that runs between two vastly different minds: one that proves what is good and acceptable in God’s eyes, and one that becomes reprobate, rejected after failing the test. This article begins a crucial series exploring this forgotten scale of the mind, rooted in Paul’s epistles and illuminated through careful word study and real-life application.

Over the next few parts, we’ll uncover what it means to prove the will of God, how to recognize the drift toward spiritual disqualification, and how to realign the mind through intentional renewal. You’ll be equipped with the biblical insight and encouragement needed to stay sharp, faithful, and approved—not just in knowledge, but in daily walk and worship.

Approving What Is Excellent by Walking in Truth

Approving What Is Excellent by Walking in Truth

Walking in the light is not merely about avoiding sin—it is about actively discerning truth, judging God's will, and making decisions that reflect a heart devoted to Him. This process of judgment is not cold or mechanical; it is deeply rooted in love for God and His Word. When you love God, you desire to walk in His ways, and that desire compels you to search the Scriptures, seeking what pleases Him. It is in this pursuit that true spiritual maturity is cultivated.

Paul speaks of this transformation in Romans 12:2, urging believers: "Be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." The renewal of the mind is not a passive experience—it is an intentional, daily engagement with truth. To prove what is acceptable unto God means to test, discern, and judge rightly. This is the essence of walking in the Spirit: a life where every thought, every action, and every decision is weighed against the truth of God's Word.

This is not a burdensome task but a joyful pursuit. Philippians 1:9-10 reveals that our love for God should abound in knowledge and judgment, enabling us to approve things that are excellent. Love is not blind—it is discerning. A believer who truly loves God does not merely follow rules but seeks to understand His heart, to know His will, and to walk accordingly. This is the difference between legalism and a life led by the Spirit. The former obeys out of obligation; the latter obeys out of love and maturity.

The dispensation of God which is given to me for you

The dispensation of God which is given to me for you

The Mystery Revealed

"Whereof I am made a minister, according to the dispensation of God which is given to me for you, to fulfil the word of God; Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints." (Colossians 1:25-26, KJV)

Throughout the ages, God has worked through distinct dispensations, each revealing His purpose at its appointed time. The passage above highlights an incredible truth—Paul was entrusted with a unique dispensation, one that had never before been revealed. It was a mystery, hidden from generations past, but now made manifest.

This means that the gospel and doctrine given to Paul were not simply a continuation of what had come before. They were not an extension of the kingdom promises given to Israel, nor were they a repackaging of the message preached by the twelve apostles. Paul received something entirely new—a gospel of grace that was distinct from Israel’s prophetic program.

A Brand-New Gospel and Doctrine

Many today fail to recognise the vital distinction between the earthly ministry of Jesus to Israel and the heavenly revelation of Christ to Paul. Jesus’ earthly ministry was directed to the Jews:

"I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel." (Matthew 15:24, KJV)