We’ve all heard these statements. We’ve probably all said these statements. At one time or another in a noble attempt to encourage someone else or coach ourselves up in the midst of a challenge or difficult situation, we say what’s easy. We say what’s convenient. At the time, it sounds good to say and feels even better to hear, but is what we are communicating even true? Is it even biblical? This is important because shallow statements won’t lead to deep living, and false belief can lead to a false hope. This series is going to look at some cultural beliefs and trite statements inside Christianity that sound good, wise and helpful, but in the end might not be true biblically, and if not dealt with in an honest way could discourage people, disrupt their faith and lead them further away from a true relationship with God.

You and I are swimming in a culture full of opinions masquerading as wisdom. What’s worse, much of what passes as wisdom today has the ring of biblical truth. How do you tell the difference? How do see through half-truths and self-help trends to access the deep wisdom of God’s Word and the full life found in Him alone?

Those are the questions Jarrett Stephens tackles in this series—Trite, Not True—where he explores six of the most common pop philosophies that influence people’s lives today, including Christians.

As you dive in, you’ll discover how to decipher superficial insights from the real truth of God’s Word, as well as how to apply biblical wisdom to your everyday life. Because ultimately, the life of meaning and impact you long for doesn’t come from a philosophy, platitude, maxim, or mantra…but from one person, Jesus Christ.