Seeking Jesus. Interpreting Scripture. Reaching the lost.
Isaac Goodwin | Writer, Editor, M.A. in Biblical Exposition
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I have always had a heart to study and teach the truth of God's Word, but it wasn't until I finished my Master's program in biblical exposition that it became fully realized. Even before I was saved in 2018, I had an affinity for researching and seeking the facts of things. Whether it be sports or God related, I was always seeking to analyze everything before forming an opinion. Maybe it is my background in sports that helped stir my analytical desire.
After coming to Christ in 2018, I had a deep desire to know God more. Who was this Jesus that made me a new person and completely changed my life like a light-switch? For years, I struggled Bible reading. This was something I just did not have a desire to do, not because I did want to but because I had no idea where to start or what I was even reading. It was overwhelming. Without any knowledge of how to read the Word, I began assuming that everything was applicable to me and my specific situations.
This led to waterfalls of confusion and deep theological issues, rooted in poor hermeneutics.
Before I began my Master's program, the Holy Spirit started working in me. It was like my discernment gauge switched on. I began noticing inconsistent teaching and questioning these teachings that seemed to contradict the fuller text of Scripture. Without getting too specific, my wife and I left our church because of the unbiblical teaching, which I still did not fully understand yet.
After leaving that church, my discernment ignited.
Now, I understand that it was the Holy Spirit beginning a work in me that has led me to where I am now---using my gift of writing to teach God's Word.
There have been many things I have needed to unlearn and relearn, and I know it was because the LORD wants to use me to help others in similar situations. The truth is so important and there is no truth more important than God's truth revealed in Scripture. I will be the first to say that I do not know everything, not even close. But I hope God continues to use my writing to help people know Jesus, follow Him, and understand the truth of His Word.
Thank you again for visiting and may the writing on this blog help you in your walk with Christ. Have a wonderful day!
In Christ, Isaac
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