Biblical Truth Shouldn’t Be Dangerous—But It Is

I never thought posting a simple Bible verse could provoke so much hate. But nearly every day, I see it firsthand. I’ll share a Scripture meme—no commentary, no cultural jab, just a pure verse from God’s Word—and here it comes: “God’s as real as the tooth fairy,” or “You Christians are delusional,” or something even worse.

Let me be clear: I’m not posting these verses to stir up controversy. I’m posting biblical truth. And yet, in today’s world, truth is treated like hate speech.

It shouldn’t be this way. But it is.

Why the Bible Makes People So Angry

There’s something deeply revealing about how people respond to Scripture. I can post funny videos or stories all day long and barely hear a word. But post John 14:6—“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me”—and the fire starts.

Here’s why: the Bible confronts sin, and our culture worships self.
We live in a time when everything is acceptable except God’s Word. The moment truth enters the picture, people feel exposed. And instead of turning to the One who can heal them, they lash out at the messenger.

What’s sad is that it’s not just happening when I speak on hot-button cultural issues. Sure, when I talk about politics, gender, or the brokenness of progressive Christianity, I expect pushback. But when I simply post a verse—no commentary, no interpretation—I still get hatred.

I’ve written before about how even some churches are distorting the Gospel to fit modern values. You can read more about that in my blog, The Real Danger of Progressive Christianity.

Truth Doesn’t Change—Even When Culture Does

We’re living in a world where culture changes its standards every month. Morality has become a moving target. What was outrageous yesterday is celebrated today. But the Bible isn’t fluid. It doesn’t bend to feelings. It doesn’t adjust to fit in.

Biblical truth is eternal—and that’s what makes it dangerous in a world that worships temporary pleasure.

People accuse Christians of being judgmental, narrow-minded, or hateful. But here’s the irony: they rarely pause to consider why a verse stirs them up so much. If it were truly meaningless—like the “tooth fairy” jab I received—why respond at all?

Deep down, the Word pierces. As Hebrews 4:12 says, “It is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword.” And that’s exactly what makes people uncomfortable.

Scripture warns us that hatred toward believers is not only expected—it’s promised. The article What is Christianophobia? from GotQuestions explains how the world’s hostility toward Christians is rooted in spiritual rebellion, not logic.

It’s Hard to Respond with Love—But We Must

I’ll be honest: it’s not easy to respond to these comments with compassion. There are days I want to snap back or shut down completely. But I know God calls us to something better.

Ephesians 4:15 says we’re to “speak the truth in love.” That’s the balance I try to walk—truth without compromise, and love without fear. And I’m grateful to have help crafting those responses, because I know I’d struggle to get the tone right without it.

But make no mistake: love doesn’t mean silence. And compassion doesn’t mean compromise.
True love tells the truth, even when it costs us likes, followers, or comfort.

In a recent story I reflected on the courage it takes to wear your faith in public—literally. You can read that story in my blog, When the Cross Saves Twice.

I Won’t Stop

I’ve decided I won’t stop posting God’s Word just because some people hate it. If anything, the hate proves just how much the world needs to hear it.

There was a time when quoting Scripture would’ve been met with respect, even by those who didn’t believe. But now, even that feels dangerous. And yet, we’re called to be faithful—not popular.

Jesus said in John 15:18, “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated Me first.”

So I’ll keep posting. Keep speaking. Keep loving.
Not because it’s easy—but because truth still matters.

And because someone out there might read one of those verses, quietly, in the middle of all the noise—and realize that God is real, and He’s reaching for them.

I pray that’s who sees it next.

Arch Kennedy
Bold, Unfiltered, and Unafraid