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Why ‘Once Saved Always Saved’ Is Undeniable Bible Truth

March 10, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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Once saved, always saved. Yes, it’s actually true. While this belief appears to be heresy, those who deny it typically oppose a straw man. They denounce the idea of a one-time decision overriding anything a professing Christian will later do. This idea, however, is not what I’m here to defend. To clarify, I’m saying … [Read more...]

How to Stop Overeating: 6 Tips for a Healthier Food Relationship

March 3, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

“You’re gonna blow up eating like that!” Unbeknownst to the rude people who’ve said that to me, I’ve already been fat before. Back then, I had no idea how to stop overeating, and honestly, I had no desire to. If you’re reading this now though, you’re a step ahead of where I was. You know overeating isn’t a healthy … [Read more...]

How (And When) to Stop Caring What People Think of You

February 24, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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I opened my email after dinner yesterday and saw the following message: “[Blank] you!” I couldn’t contain my laughter afterwards. Seeing that message would have hurt me 15 years ago, but I’ve since learned how to stop caring what people think. Apparently, this is a highly desirable and uncommon skill, so I’ll show you … [Read more...]

How to Read the Bible and Understand It: A Beginner Guide

February 16, 2026 By Drew Shepherd 2 Comments

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“You need to read your Bible.” That statement is one of the most frustrating remarks in the Church today. No, not because reading the Bible is a bad thing, but because we neglect the skills needed for beginners to do so. From my experience, people’s willingness to read the Bible isn’t the problem. The biggest issue they … [Read more...]

How to Stop Being Lazy: 7 Steps to Be a Productive Human

February 10, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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It’s tough to admit but… I used to be lazy. Life didn’t go the way I thought it would when I was younger, and this resulted in me getting stuck in a depressed and unproductive state. My peers saw me sleeping at lectures, gaming till early morning, and struggling to pull my weight in group projects. All I cared about … [Read more...]

Why Did Jesus Die on the Cross? Understanding Salvation’s Requirement

January 25, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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"Why did Jesus die on the cross?" Whole books have been written on that question. My goal here though is to answer it in about 5 minutes. I pray the excerpt below gives you the understanding you need, but if you have more questions, feel free to ask away. Why Did Jesus Die? Understanding Salvation To know why … [Read more...]

How to Focus: A Detailed Strategy for Great Mental Work

January 20, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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“I need to lock in.” If you've found yourself saying that, you’re in the right place. This guide will show you how to improve your focus so you can get stuff done. The strategy here will make you more productive whether you’re a student who needs a C for a degree, an office drone living the dream each day, or a random … [Read more...]

Biblical Election and Predestination Explained (Or, How You Really Become a Christian)

January 16, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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Destiny. That is the world’s most mysterious concept. Does destiny really exist? Is it possible for us to know it? And do our actions even matter at all? Numerous books, movies, and songs have explored those questions. People like having control of their lives, so the idea of a predetermined fate is met with anger … [Read more...]

Marathon Mentality 5: A Race Ran Faithfully

January 12, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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…For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. (1 Tim 4:8 ESV) I’ve focused most of this series on the general endurance needed to run the races of life, but now, we’ll look at the Christian perspective. The Bible makes … [Read more...]

Marathon Mentality 4: Insane for the Mundane

January 12, 2026 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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Do you know the definition of insanity? It’s doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results…or at least I think that’s how the lie goes. Leave it to a culture obsessed with instant reward to equate patience with literal mental illness. Sure, repetition—or better yet, monotony—can make even the … [Read more...]

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