Certainty in the Living Word: Descartes and Jesus

📖 Introduction

René Descartes famously sought absolute certainty by doubting everything he could, ultimately arriving at the foundational truth: "I think, therefore I am." Yet his method, while revolutionary, left many searching endlessly for a truth that could withstand all skepticism. In contrast, Jesus Christ invites us to rest in a different kind of certainty—one that is alive, relational, and unshakable.

In today's world, where doubt and confusion abound, the Bible stands as a living, breathing testimony of God's unchanging truth. Jesus is described as the Word made flesh (John 1:14), bringing not just ideas but a person who embodies ultimate reality. His life, death, and resurrection offer a foundation of certainty that no logical skepticism can invalidate.

Over this 7-day journey, we will juxtapose Descartes’ search for certainty with the assurance Jesus provides. We'll explore the Bible as the living Word—dynamic and eternal—and encounter truths that invite us into a confident faith. Through reflection, Scripture, and prayer, you will be invited to move beyond doubt to embrace the sure foundation found in Christ alone.

Get ready to discover how the Bible, through Jesus, reveals a certainty that transforms lives and endures all questioning. Let us open our hearts to this divine truth, resting in the certainty that surpasses human understanding.