God in the Bible & Going Beyond the Tribal Deities Idea: New Betty Johansen Blog
Big Spring, United States, May 25, 2025 -- Wordsmith World is excited to announce the release of a new blog article by Christian author Betty Johansen. In this article, Johansen delves into how Christians can differentiate their understanding of the God of the Bible from the concept of tribal deities, a challenge often posed by skeptics. The article is titled 'Is the God of the Bible Just Another Tribal Deity?' and is the first in a two-part series focused on understanding the true nature of God.
Further details can be found at https://bettyjohansen.com/2025/05/08/is-the-god-of-the-bible-just-another-tribal-deity/
As with Betty Johansen's other articles, this first part of the blog - which is aimed at adult readers - emphasizes the importance of careful, thoughtful Bible study for Christians who want to grow deeper in their faith and avoid misconceptions about God's nature. According to a 2019 survey by the Barna Group, 63% of Christians expressed a desire for more in-depth knowledge of the Bible, with many indicating that Bible study was key to improving their understanding of God's character. This aligns with Johansen's message that a careful study of Scripture can shed light on God's divine purposes and protect believers from misinterpretations.
As skeptics often argue, the God of the Bible seems similar to other deities worshiped by ancient nations. They claim that Yahweh is just another 'tribal god,' engaged in petty battles for power and resources.
Johansen's article presents a compelling argument against this perspective, showing that Yahweh is not like the other gods of the world's ancient civilizations. Instead, Yahweh is the Creator of all, whose actions throughout the Old Testament serve as both a protective measure for His people and a warning for future generations.
She explains, 'The God of the Bible is not some tribal deity. He is the Creator of all spiritual beings, and His plan goes far beyond the narrow scope of territorial conflicts. His actions, though difficult to understand at times, are always for the protection of His people and the promotion of goodness.'
The article also draws a parallel between the Old Testament command to Joshua to 'clear out' the Promised Land and the necessity for modern believers to clear out spiritual darkness from their own lives. This idea, Johansen suggests, is a crucial part of understanding God's love and justice.
'Is the God of the Bible Just Another Tribal Deity?' is part one of a two-part series. The second article, 'God's Big Battle Plan: Understanding How Our God Protects Us,' has been written for children and further explores the biblical narrative of good versus evil, emphasizing God's role in protecting His people from the forces of darkness. The second article can be found here: https://bettyjohansen.com/2025/05/12/gods-big-battle-plan-understanding-how-our-god-protects-us/
For more information or to read Betty Johansen's latest work, visit https://bettyjohansen.com.
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