Defense Against the Dark ArtsSýnishorn

Day 7: How Do We Know What We Know?

Let's talk about epistemology. What the heck is epistemology? Epistemology is essentially how one goes about discovering what is true. The way we process and discover truth shapes not just our conclusions but how we live. And as Christians, we’ve got to remember that all truth and authority come from God. The Bible isn’t just a collection of ancient writings—it’s God’s inspired word, carrying His authority.

Here’s where it gets interesting: the Bible isn’t God, but it’s inseparable from Him. Jesus is the living Word, and when we engage with Scripture, we’re encountering Jesus Himself (John 1:14). You can’t separate His words from His person. So when we read the Bible, we’re not just collecting information or building an intellectual framework—we’re meeting Jesus. And that changes everything.

The big question is: how are we approaching Scripture? Are we letting our personal experience be the ultimate authority, or are we grounding ourselves in God’s Word? It’s easy to let feelings or experiences dictate our theology, but the Bible has to be our foundation. Jesus’ authority is in His Word, and when we engage with it, we’re building our lives on solid ground.

But here’s the thing… It's not just about reading the Bible solo. The process of discovering truth involves community too. Christianity has always been about more than "me and my Bible." We need the wisdom and insight of other believers—both in our present community and the legacy of faith handed down through the Church.

So, today’s challenge is to reflect on your approach to learning and knowing. Are you letting God’s Word be your ultimate authority, or are you relying too much on personal experience?