Breakpoint Good and Bad News about the Good News
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Nov 20, 2025 Survey findings reveal a rise in Bible reading among millennials and Gen Z men. However, there's a paradox as belief in its complete accuracy declines. The discussion emphasizes the danger of misusing Scripture, urging listeners to respect biblical authority rather than treat it as a mere tool. This conversation highlights the cultural implications of these trends and the necessity for true revival.
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Rising Reading, Falling Confidence
- Americans report more frequent Bible reading, reaching the highest weekly level in over a decade.
- Yet confidence in the Bible's complete accuracy has fallen, revealing growing skepticism even among self-identified Christians.
God On Our Terms
- Many Americans hold a diluted or personalized view of God that minimizes divine authority and demands.
- This tendency reflects idolatry: making God in our image instead of submitting to revealed truth.
Biblical Examples Of Misusing God
- After the Exodus, Israelites asked Aaron for a golden calf and worshiped it as their deliverer.
- Later, Eli's sons took the Ark to battle wrongly, showing attempts to use God as a tool end disastrously.
