Standing Firm in Truth! Why Back to Basics: Christian Living Matters!

A Call to Stand Firm in Truth

In an age where countless voices compete for our attention and where the Christian faith faces both subtle compromise and outright opposition, there remains a vital need for ministries that prioritise biblical truth without apology. Back to Basics: Christian living exists to fulfil this very calling—teaching the fundamental truths of God's Word whilst challenging believers to examine their lives, their churches, and their walk with Christ in light of Scripture.

Teaching the Basics of God's Word

The foundation of any genuine Christian ministry must be the Word of God. Paul instructed Timothy, "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works" [2 Timothy 3:16-17 KJV]. Our commitment is to return to these basics—the essential doctrines that have sustained the church for two millennia.

In a culture where biblical literacy is declining even amongst professing Christians, we must echo the exhortation of the apostle Peter: "As new born babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby" [1 Peter 2:2 KJV]. Whether through written blogs or visual content, our aim is to make God's truth accessible and applicable to believers navigating the complexities of modern life.

Questioning the State of the Modern Church

Asking difficult questions about the contemporary church is not an exercise in criticism for its own sake, but rather an act of love and concern. Jesus Himself challenged the religious establishment of His day, and the apostles consistently urged believers to test all things. "Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world" [1 John 4:1 KJV].

We must examine whether today's church resembles the New Testament pattern or whether it has drifted into practices and teachings that contradict Scripture. Are we witnessing worship that honours God, or entertainment that merely pleases man? Are sermons expounding the Word, or are they delivering motivational speeches devoid of biblical substance? These questions matter because the church is called to be "the pillar and ground of the truth" [1 Timothy 3:15 KJV].

Challenging How Modern Christians Live

Christianity is not merely a set of beliefs to be affirmed on Sunday mornings; it is a life to be lived seven days a week. James warns us, "But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves" [James 1:22 KJV]. Too many Christians today have compartmentalised their faith, keeping it separate from their work, their entertainment, their relationships, and their daily decisions.

Paul urged the Philippians, "Let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ" [Philippians 1:27 KJV]. The word "conversation" here refers to one's entire manner of life. Our ministry challenges believers to examine whether their lives reflect the transforming power of the gospel or whether they have conformed to the patterns of this world [Romans 12:2 KJV].

Addressing Common Misconceptions

The enemy has always sought to corrupt God's truth with half-truths and outright lies. Jesus said, "When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it" [John 8:44 KJV]. Many misconceptions plague the modern church—from prosperity theology to easy-believes, from works-based salvation to lawless grace.

Our responsibility is to expose these errors with clarity and gentleness, always pointing believers back to Scripture. Paul wrote, "And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient, In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves" [2 Timothy 2:24-25 KJV].

Encouraging Believers to Be Doers of the Word

Knowledge without application is dead. Jesus concluded His Sermon on the Mount by contrasting two builders—one who built upon the rock by hearing and doing His words, and another who built upon sand by hearing but not doing [Matthew 7:24-27 KJV]. The storms of life will reveal which foundation we have chosen.

We must encourage believers to move beyond passive consumption of sermons and teaching. "But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed" [James 1:25 KJV]. True discipleship involves obedience, sacrifice, and daily surrender to Christ's lordship.

Operating in the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit equips believers with spiritual gifts for the edification of the body of Christ. Paul instructed, "Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would not have you ignorant" [1 Corinthians 12:1 KJV]. Yet ignorance and misuse abound. Some churches deny the operation of spiritual gifts altogether, whilst others abuse them through emotionalism and disorder.

Scripture provides clear guidelines: "Let all things be done decently and in order" [1 Corinthians 14:40 KJV]. Whether in corporate worship or private devotion, believers must exercise their gifts according to biblical principles, always seeking to glorify God and build up fellow believers.

Revealing the Spiritual Battle

Many Christians live in denial of the spiritual warfare that rages around them. Paul reminded the Ephesians, "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places" [Ephesians 6:12 KJV].

Our adversary, the devil, "as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour" [1 Peter 5:8 KJV]. We must equip believers to recognise his schemes and stand firm in the armour of God [Ephesians 6:13-17 KJV]. This battle is real, and only those who are sober and vigilant will emerge victorious.

Warning Against False Doctrine Without Attacking Individuals

Whilst we firmly oppose false teaching, we choose not to engage in personal attacks against specific individuals. Our focus remains on exposing error and proclaiming truth. Paul warned, "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ" [Colossians 2:8 KJV].

We trust that by equipping believers with sound doctrine, they will be able to discern truth from error. "Prove all things; hold fast that which is good" [1 Thessalonians 5:21 KJV]. When believers know the truth intimately, they will recognise counterfeits when they encounter them.

Our Unique Mission in the Digital Age

Through daily blogs and visual YouTube content, we strive to reach believers wherever they are, providing both written and auditory resources for spiritual growth. This multi-platform approach reflects Paul's commitment to become "all things to all men, that I might by all means save some" [1 Corinthians 9:22 KJV].

In an era of information overload and spiritual compromise, Back to Basics: Christian living stands as a beacon pointing believers back to the unchanging truth of God's Word. Our calling is simple yet profound: to teach, to challenge, to encourage, and to equip believers to live victoriously in Christ. "For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake" [2 Corinthians 4:5 KJV].

Key Takeaways:

• Return to Scripture as your foundation – Biblical literacy is declining; commit to studying God's Word daily and growing in doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness [2 Timothy 3:16-17 KJV]
• Test everything against Scripture – Don't accept teaching blindly; examine whether your church and spiritual influences align with New Testament patterns [1 John 4:1 KJV]
• Live out your faith every day – Christianity is not compartmentalised for Sundays; let your entire manner of life reflect the gospel in work, relationships, and daily decisions [James 1:22 KJV], [Philippians 1:27 KJV]
• Reject false teaching and misconceptions – Be vigilant against prosperity theology, easy-believism, and lawless grace; know God's truth so you can recognise counterfeits [Colossians 2:8 KJV]
• Move from hearing to doing – Knowledge without application is dead; obedience, sacrifice, and daily surrender to Christ's lordship are essential to genuine discipleship [Matthew 7:24-27 KJV], [James 1:25 KJV]
• Exercise spiritual gifts biblically – Operate in the gifts of the Holy Spirit according to Scripture—decently, in order, and for edification—avoiding both cessationism and chaotic excess [1 Corinthians 14:40 KJV]
• Recognise the spiritual battle – You are in warfare against principalities and powers; stay sober, vigilant, and equipped with the full armour of God [Ephesians 6:12 KJV], [1 Peter 5:8 KJV]
• Focus on truth, not personalities – Oppose false doctrine firmly but avoid personal attacks; equip believers to discern error through sound teaching rather than engaging in character assassination [1 Thessalonians 5:21 KJV]