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🕯️ Living as the Light: Biblical Social Principles | Faith Over Fear In a world focused on self-interest, we are called to be different—to love, serve, and reflect Christ in all we do. Our words and actions should point others to God’s truth. Matthew 5:16 reminds us, “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Biblical Social Principles to Live By: 1. Speak with Grace “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt.” – Colossians 4:6 ✔ Listen attentively, don’t interrupt. ✔ Speak words that encourage, not tear down. ✔ Show gratitude in all things. 2. Respect Others “Do to others as you would have them do to you.” – Luke 6:31 ✔ Be patient—wait your turn, respect time. ✔ Honor commitments and return borrowed items. ✔ Give others space in public places. 3. Show Kindness in Actions “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” – Romans 12:10 ✔ Offer your seat to th...

The Bible’s opening chapters in Genesis introduce profound truths about humanity, sin, and God’s redemption plan. A common question arises: why do women seem to bear a disproportionate burden of pain, and how has this shaped their role throughout history? By exploring these themes through scripture, we can uncover God’s justice, mercy, and His inclusive plan to redeem humanity, highlighting the pivotal role women play in His story.  1: The Fall of Humanity and the Consequences of Sin In Genesis 3 , the fall of humanity began with Adam and Eve’s disobedience. God had given them clear instructions: “You must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat from it you will certainly die” ( Genesis 2:17 ). Yet, they succumbed to temptation, setting into motion the consequences of sin. Both Adam and Eve were responsible. Adam, who was present, did not intervene ( Genesis 3:6 ), and Eve listened to the serpent’s deceit. Their disobedience brought pain, toil, an...