“Taste and see that the Lord is good” is one of Scripture’s boldest invitations. Here’s why the psalmist reached for the language of taste — and why “taste” comes before “see.”
Author: Hananiah
“I Shall Not Want”: The Bravest Line in Psalm 23
We read Psalm 23’s opening so gently we miss how bold it is. Here’s what “I shall not want” really claims — and why the whole psalm rests on it.
The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength — When You Have None of Your Own
We sing it on the good days — but it was first spoken to people who were weeping. Here’s what “the joy of the Lord is my strength” really means, and why it holds on the days your own joy runs dry.
The Famous Bible Verses We Quote Without Hearing
Some verses we’ve heard so often they’ve gone quiet on us. Here’s why the most familiar Bible verses are usually richer than the slogan version — and a simple way to hear them again.
You’re Not Imagining the Resistance
Ever notice the days you most want to do right are the hardest? Paul says you’re not imagining it — and then tells you not to be afraid, but to get dressed.
The Peace Jesus Gives Isn’t the Peace You Expect
We usually think of peace as the absence of trouble. But Jesus offered peace on the worst night of his life — which means it can’t depend on calm circumstances.
When Anxiety Won’t Quiet Down: What Scripture Actually Offers
Paul told an anxious church not to worry — from a prison cell. Here’s what “do not be anxious about anything” really asks of us, and the strange promise attached to it.
AI Knows Everything About the Resurrection. It Has Never Encountered It.
The output was genuinely impressive. Historical background from Second Temple Judaism. A careful walk through the Gospel accounts and their differences. Paul’s argument in 1 Corinthians 15. The major objections — hallucination theory, swoon theory, legend hypothesis — addressed and answered clearly. Theological implications drawn out across multiple traditions. Comprehensive. Accurate in its broad strokes.… Continue reading AI Knows Everything About the Resurrection. It Has Never Encountered It.
The Theology Was Wrong. The AI Was Certain. The Congregation Never Knew.
It started as a routine part of sermon preparation. The pastor needed background on a specific Greek term in Paul’s letters. The AI response came back quickly — detailed, structured, referencing multiple scholarly perspectives. It read like a reliable commentary entry. It was wrong in a way that mattered. Not a minor nuance or a… Continue reading The Theology Was Wrong. The AI Was Certain. The Congregation Never Knew.
ChatGPT Gives Pastors Reasonable Advice. It Learned That Advice From the Internet, not the Bible.
The response was exactly what a thoughtful, compassionate counselor might say. Balanced. Sensitive to both parties. Careful not to impose. It acknowledged the complexity, honored the feelings involved, and offered a measured path forward that left the decision where it belonged — with the individuals. The pastor read it twice. It felt wise. It was… Continue reading ChatGPT Gives Pastors Reasonable Advice. It Learned That Advice From the Internet, not the Bible.