Navigating Faith Amid Differences: My Journey as a Christian

- Faith is simple in its foundation but complex in its practice. Here’s my honest journey of navigating differences among believers while holding firmly to Christ.-Simplicity yet Complexity in faithIt begins with the basic first step: giving your life to Christ. But then comes the question—what happens next?. The answer is simple: find ways to move closer to Him, whether through prayer, Bible study, or consistent devotion. Everything else flows by His will. Differences Among BelieversWhen I first gave my life to Christ, I admired the people around me—my brothers and sisters in the Lord. I looked to them for guidance, hoping their example would draw me closer to Him. But over time, I noticed something: the differences.One friend condemned a certain movie as demonic, while another said it was fine—even useful for reference. Later I discovered the filmmaker was a Christian drawing from Scripture. So was it wrong, or was her thinking wrong? I used to believe that since we all follow the same “constitution” (the Bible), we would share the same views. But now I see the only thing we truly agree on is that we are saved through Christ. Another example: a gospel song mentioned the Holy Spirit being “locked up in our body.” Some friends disagreed, asking why God’s gift and teacher of guidance would ever be locked up. And then there are even more troubling claims—like someone teaching that certain skin colors must “try harder” to be saved. That is not just confusing; it’s false and dangerous, deeply harmful and unbiblical. My Struggle with ConfusionOver time, I realized just how different two people who both claim to follow Christ can appear. From the way we dress, to the way we speak and think, even to how we associate ourselves with the Lord—our expressions of faith can vary widely. Some say certain activities contradict our religion, while others insist that even a simple sentence is wrong if it didn’t originate directly from the Bible. These differences made me question how unity in Christ could appear so fragmented in practice Through all these experiences, I found myself wrestling with confusion, frustration, and sometimes even doubt. It wasn’t just about theology; it was deeply personal. I felt the weight of division among those I once saw as united. Yet, in the midst of this, I realized my faith journey was not about mirroring others’ beliefs or emotions but about anchoring myself in the unchanging truth of Christ. Lessons LearnedI learned that faith is not a smooth path but a story of growth, struggle, and perseverance. It’s about holding on when emotions waver and seeking clarity when confusion clouds the heart. It’s about embracing the mystery of God’s work in each person’s life, even when it looks different from my own, through that i learnt few truths that continue to guide me;- Differences exist: Christians may interpret Scripture differently in areas that are not central to salvation. - Discernment matters: Not every teaching is true. Some opinions are harmless, but others directly contradict God’s Word. - Scripture is the anchor: When people’s words clash, the Bible remains the ultimate authority. The Core TruthAt the end of the day, I’ve realized that while opinions differ, the truth of Christ remains the same. My faith isn’t built on contradictions or human voices—it’s built on the Word of God.This is my journey so far: learning to navigate faith amid differences, holding firmly to Christ, discerning truth through Scripture, and embracing the emotional complexity that comes with it, and knowing I'm still trying to learn the ropes of all this, i trust that the holy spirit will guide me faithfully to the finish line ✨What differences have you noticed in your own faith journey?

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