Everything is Considerable, But Not All is Acceptable: A Biblical Perspective

By Chris N. Braza

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In a world where choices multiply by the second and everything is up for consideration — from lifestyles to ideologies, personal truths to digital personas — the line between what can be done and what should be done becomes increasingly blurry.

But Scripture steps in with a whisper of clarity:
“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial.
“I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive.”
(1 Corinthians 10:23)

Yes, the Bible acknowledges our freedom to consider everything. That’s the beauty of the human will — God didn’t design us to be robots. We are thinkers, dreamers, seekers. God invites us to examine, to ask, to seek, and even to doubt. But in our seeking, He also calls us to discernment. Because not all that shines is divine. Not all that’s trending is truth. Not all that’s permissible is purposeful.

 Consideration vs. Acceptance

Let’s break it down:

  • Consideration is the act of weighing something — reflecting, exploring, even entertaining ideas for the sake of understanding.

  • Acceptance is when that idea becomes a part of you — when you let it shape your thoughts, choices, and character.

Biblical wisdom doesn’t condemn curiosity. But it does challenge us to run every thought, every “new norm,” every shiny opportunity through the filter of God’s Word. Because the standard isn't just what works — it's what pleases the Lord.

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind...”
(Romans 12:2)

 Culture Says "Why Not?" — Christ Says "Why Yes?"

In today’s culture, we’re told: If it makes you happy, do it. If it feels right, chase it. If everyone’s doing it, it must be okay. But faith doesn’t ride the waves of popularity — it walks the narrow road.

God’s Word is not a cage. It’s a compass. He doesn’t restrict us to ruin our fun — He guides us to protect our future.

Think of it this way: Everything on the menu might be edible, but not everything is healthy. Likewise, everything may be considerable in life, but only what aligns with God's heart is truly acceptable.

So, What’s the Takeaway?

  1. Examine everything. Ask questions. Dig deep. But also...

  2. Filter everything through truth. God's Word is the ultimate lens.

  3. Stand with grace and conviction. The goal isn’t to judge, but to live with purpose and purity.

  4. Live free, but live wisely. Because freedom without wisdom leads to destruction.

 Final Thought:

In the end, your greatest power is not the freedom to consider all things — it’s the wisdom to choose what is right.
Let the Holy Spirit be your counselor, and the Bible your blueprint. In a world of endless options, God’s way still remains the one that leads to peace, purpose, and eternal promise.

BE BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE!

Lahat ay Maaring Isaalang-alang, Pero Hindi Lahat ay Katanggap-tanggap: Isang Biblikal na Pananaw

Ni Chris N. Braza

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Sa mundong puno ng iba’t ibang opsyon at opinyon—kung saan lahat ay puwedeng pag-isipan, lahat ay puwedeng subukan, at halos lahat ay tinatanggap—madalas nawawala ang linya sa pagitan ng pwede at ng dapat.

Ngunit may paalala ang Salita ng Diyos:
“‘May karapatan akong gumawa ng anuman’ — ngunit hindi lahat ay kapaki-pakinabang.
‘May karapatan akong gumawa ng anuman’ — ngunit hindi lahat ay nakabubuti.”
(1 Corinto 10:23)

Oo, kinikilala ng Bibliya ang ating kalayaan na mag-isip at magpasya. Isa ito sa mga pinakamagandang kaloob ng Diyos sa atin — ang malayang kalooban. Hindi tayo mga robot. Tayo ay nilalang na may kakayahang magtanong, maghanap, at matuto. Pero sa ating paghahanap, tinatawag din tayo ng Diyos sa pagtut discern o masusing pagsusuri, sapagkat hindi lahat ng makinang ay ginto. Hindi lahat ng patok ay totoo. At hindi lahat ng pinapayagan ay kapakipakinabang.

 Pag-iisip vs. Pagtanggap

Linawin natin:

  • Pag-iisip o Pagsasaalang-alang — ito ay ang pagsusuri, pag-unawa, at pagtimbang sa isang ideya o paniniwala.

  • Pagtanggap — ito ay kapag pinili mo nang yakapin at isabuhay ang ideyang iyon.

Hindi kinokondena ng Bibliya ang ating pagiging mausisa. Pero tinuturuan tayo nito na salain ang lahat ng ideya at paniniwala sa pamamagitan ng Salita ng Diyos. Dahil ang sukatan natin ay hindi lang ang gumana, kundi ang kalugud-lugod sa Diyos.

“Huwag kayong makiayon sa takbo ng mundong ito. Sa halip, hayaan ninyong baguhin ng Diyos ang inyong pag-iisip upang maunawaan ninyo ang kanyang kalooban—kung ano ang mabuti, kalugud-lugod, at ganap na kalooban ng Diyos.”
(Roma 12:2)

 Sabi ng Kultura: "Bakit Hindi?" — Sabi ni Kristo: "Bakit Oo?"

Sinasabi ng kultura ngayon:
“Kung masaya ka, gawin mo. Kung pakiramdam mo tama, sundin mo. Kung ginagawa ng lahat, ayos lang.”
Pero ang pananampalataya ay hindi nakikisabay sa agos — ito’y lumalakad sa makitid na daan.

Ang Salita ng Diyos ay hindi bilangguan. Isa itong kompas. Hindi Niya tayo nililimitahan upang ipagkait ang kaligayahan, kundi upang iligtas tayo sa kapahamakan.

Isipin mo ito: lahat ng nasa menu ay maaaring kainin, pero hindi lahat ay masustansya. Ganun din sa buhay — maraming maaaring isaalang-alang, pero ang tanggapin lang ay yaong ayon sa kalooban ng Diyos.

 Ano ang Dapat Nating Tandaan?

  1. Suriin ang lahat. Maging mapanuri. Magtanong. Maghanap.

  2. Salain ang lahat ayon sa katotohanan. Ang Bibliya ang ating salamin.

  3. Mamuhay na may biyaya at paninindigan. Hindi upang humusga, kundi upang maging liwanag.

  4. Mamuhay nang malaya, ngunit may karunungan. Dahil ang kalayaang walang gabay ay hahantong sa kapahamakan.

Huling Paalala:

Sa huli, ang tunay na kapangyarihan ay hindi lang ang kalayaang pag-isipan ang lahat — kundi ang karunungang piliin ang tama.
Hayaan mong ang Banal na Espiritu ang maging gabay mo, at ang Bibliya ang maging mapa mo. Sa mundong puno ng opsyon, ang daan ng Diyos pa rin ang patungo sa tunay na kapayapaan, layunin, at buhay na walang hanggan.


SUMAATIN ANG PAGPAPALANG HIGIT SA LAHAT!

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