When You’re Accused of Arrogance for Holding to Truth

Written By Lara d'Entremont

“You’re so arrogant! How can you think that your lived experience and beliefs are the only ones that are right?” she sneered. “Do you not realize how many different views there are within Christianity alone? Just because you believe something doesn’t make it right.” 

I went to Bible college with this girl.

These words weren’t hurled at me, but at another Bible college graduate who claimed that true Christians believe in the sinlessness of Jesus. As an ex-Christian joined in on the argument, the timid Christian was shamed into believing and admitting she was wrong, and that perhaps she should be more open-minded and willing to hear other perspectives. 

There are many variations of beliefs within Christianity. There are many, many differences, experiences, and opinions. But does that mean we can’t be certain about anything that we believe? Is it truly prideful to be certain on any part of what we believe?

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Lara d'Entremont

Hey, friend! I’m Lara d’Entremont—follower of Christ, wife, mother, and biblical counsellor. My desire in writing is to teach women to turn to God’s Word in the midst of their daily life and suffering to find the answers they need. She wants to teach women to love God with both their minds and hearts.

https://laradentremont.com
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