The Question That Changes Everything

If we believe that a Creator exists—one who designed us with intention and purpose—then the next question becomes deeply personal and eternally important: Who is that Creator? And how can we truly know Him—or Them?

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Across the world, people worship many different gods or spiritual beings, each with their own names, stories, and traditions. Some believe in a single all-powerful deity, others in multiple deities, forces of nature, or ancestral spirits. But here’s a thought that deserves honest reflection: Just because a spiritual presence is real, does that necessarily mean it's good or worthy of worship?

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From a biblical perspective, not every supernatural being is divine—some may in fact be deceptive. Scriptures like 2 Corinthians 11:14 warn us that “even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.” So while people may experience genuine spiritual encounters, who’s to say those experiences aren’t influenced by powers that intend to mislead rather than enlighten? Consider the example of ancient cultures offering sacrifices to gods that demanded blood or fear. Were those divine beings—or something darker?

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With so many religions and beliefs claiming to reveal truth, it’s a fair and necessary question: which, if any, actually aligns with truth? Not all paths can lead to salvation if they contradict each other. That’s not intolerance—it’s just logic. Truth by nature is exclusive. It doesn’t shift with preferences or feelings. So the real question becomes: Which belief system—if any—has the authority, the evidence, and the spiritual integrity to back up its claims?

For me, a meaningful place to begin the search for truth was by looking into the life and claims of one of the most influential—and controversial—figures in human history: Jesus.

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Billions over thousands of years have called Him Savior, while others have considered Him a prophet, teacher, or spiritual guide or many just don't want to even have his name mentioned. But what sets Jesus apart is that He didn’t just point to truth—He claimed to be the truth.

 

“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me”  - John 14:6

 

That’s not the kind of claim you'd expect from just a wise teacher—it’s the kind of statement that forces a choice: either He was deceived, deliberately misleading, or He truly was who He claimed to be.

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And if there’s even a chance that it’s true—shouldn’t we be willing to explore that claim seriously?

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This isn’t merely a question of religion—it’s one that shapes our worldview, our decisions, and ultimately, our eternity. Who do people say Jesus is? Who did He claim to be? What does Christianity and ancient scriptures and manuscripts actually teach about Him, and how does that compare to other faiths or philosophies? These are the kinds of questions that matter—not just to theologians or philosophers, but to every human being searching for meaning.

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Faith doesn’t ask us to shut off our minds. In fact, faith invites us to use them—to think deeply, explore history, and seek truth with sincerity. We don’t have to be afraid of asking the hard questions, because if something is truly true, it will stand up to honest investigation and scrutiny.

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That’s why, whether someone is starting from a place of belief, doubt, or somewhere in between, it’s essential to step back and consider the bigger picture. Questions this important deserve more than rushed conclusions—they call for honest reflection and a willingness to seek the truth with an open heart. I found the wisest path is to slow down, take it one step at a time, and build a foundation that can stand the weight of life’s deepest questions.

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In the next sections, we’ll walk through these key truths together—exploring what Scripture actually says, who Jesus truly is, and why the gospel offers not just a hope for today, but the only true hope for eternity. This is the question that changes everything—and how we answer it shapes not just what we believe, but the very course of our lives.