The Bible Changed My Mind

When was the last time your mind was changed by what you read in scripture?

Growing up, I had beliefs that contradicted the bible.

For example:

As a young lad, I had this notion that everyone will get a chance to accept Jesus when they die and escape hell.

I had nothing to base it on except my own rationale  and hopes.

But then I studied my bible.

It was clear in the teachings of Jesus that some will experience eternal hell.

And even though I didn’t like it, I accepted it, and now find myself pleading for people to love and follow Jesus.

The bible changed my mind.

I had the same experience when I realized how real grace was and how bad religion is.

I once had that mixed up too.

I thought religion was good and grace was a cop out.

How else would people be motivated to do the right thing?

Then the bible changed my mind.

I discovered love was a better motivator than fear.

Not to mention grace is poured all over the bible like gravy on mashed potatoes.

You can’t escape it.

Grace is real, wonderful, and yes, amazing.

Today, I’m studying a few controversial issues through the lens of scripture.

I could list them and open a can of worms, but I’m not.

Maybe another time.

The point of this post is to simply ask:

When was the last time the Bible changed your mind?

Just wondering if there are others like me.