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vassal said:
Your desire is good. You do not only want to feel the truth, you want to understand it clearly and speak it clearly. That shows love for God and love for people. I will answer some questions here now;

The Bible can be understood in a simple and steady way. Start with Jesus Himself. He is the center. If you understand Him, the rest becomes clearer.

First, who is Jesus?
Read the Gospel of John slowly. John begins by showing that Jesus is the Word who was with God and is God, and that He became flesh (John 1:1,14 ASV). Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life: no one cometh unto the Father, but by me” (John 14:6 ASV). So Jesus is not only a teacher. He is the Son sent from the Father to bring us back to Him.

Second, what is salvation?
Jesus said, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have eternal life” (John 3:16 ASV). Salvation means being rescued from sin and death and receiving eternal life. But Jesus also said, “If ye love me, ye will keep my commandments” (John 14:15 ASV). So salvation is not only words. It is trust in Him that changes how we live.

Third, what is love?
Jesus said, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart… and thy neighbor as thyself” (Matthew 22:37–39 ASV). And He said, “Even as I have loved you, that ye also love one another” (John 13:34 ASV). Love is not only a feeling. It is choosing to do good, to forgive, to serve, even when it costs us something. Jesus showed love by giving Himself.

Fourth, how should we live?
The Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5 to 7 is a clear guide. There Jesus speaks about humility, mercy, purity, forgiveness, prayer, trusting God, and doing His will. He ends by saying that the wise man is the one who hears His words and does them (Matthew 7:24 ASV). So daily life is built on obeying what He taught.

If you want a simple and systematic way to grow, you can do this:

Read one Gospel carefully and meditate, reflect what Jesus says about:

• God the Father
• Himself
• Sin
• Obedience
• Love
• Eternal life

Let Scripture explain Scripture. do not add interpretation of your own.

You do not need complicated systems. Stay close to the words of Jesus. Learn them. Repeat them. Pray over them. Slowly, your thoughts will become clearer, and your words will become stronger.

And remember, understanding grows with time. Do not rush. Ask whenever something is unclear. I am here to help you think through each topic step by step. we have much to discuss,

Blessings Brother
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Thank you so much.
You response was very helpful.
I'm going to read John slowly and try to keep topics that you told me in mind while I'm reading. I try to take notes and ask you If I had questions.

God bless you.
 
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first step is to show how Jesus changed you. Your actions will speak louder than any words. More fruits of the spirit, love, joy, peace, humility, meekness, etc. Bible thumping doesn't work, faith is a gift of God and subject to free will. You can force anyone to believe.
 
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