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I’m Don Porter, an educator and Christian writer who loves weaving together learning and faith. In the classroom and beyond, I aim to spark curiosity, encourage growth, and equip others with practical tools for both life and spiritual walk. Through teaching, writing, and digital projects, I share insights rooted in Scripture and everyday experience, with a desire to inspire confidence, nurture faith, and point others toward living with purpose.

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The “Blameless” Paradox

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If the “blameless” standard in Titus and Timothy were a 100% pass/fail exam, every pulpit would be empty. Discover why King David’s restoration offers a necessary template for mercy over modern cancel culture.

Jesus on the cross at sunset with the message “We Have No Right Not to Forgive” and the Bible reference Ephesians 4:32

Christians Have No Right Not to Forgive

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Christians are commanded to forgive, but the reason goes deeper than duty. When we consider what Christ endured on the cross to forgive us, Scripture reveals a humbling truth: believers have no right to withhold forgiveness. Looking at forgiveness through the cross changes everything.

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Be Ready With an Answer

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Christians are called to be ready to explain the hope that is in them. In 1 Peter 3:15 we are reminded that our witness is not about winning arguments but about living in such a way that others see Christ in us and ask why our hope remains steady.

3-legged wooden stool labeled Restoration Meekness and Self-Examination supporting a seat labeled Spirituality.

The 3-Legged Chair of True Spirituality

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True spirituality is not a vague feeling—it is a functional structure. Using the “3-legged chair” analogy from Galatians 6:1, we explore why you cannot have restoration or meekness without honest self-examination. If one leg fails, the seat of Christianity collapses.

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The Ancient Secret to Critical Thinking

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Stop being a passive consumer of information. Whether it’s a headline or a sermon, the Bible commands a “test everything” mindset. Learn how to apply the Berean standard of research to your daily life and find the signal in the noise.