Gene Gu

Rocket scientists send us to the moon. Computer scientists built the internet. But being a scientist isn't just a profession—it's a frame of mind, a mode of thinking fundamentally different from preaching, prosecuting, politicking, or any other approach to understanding our world. We move into scientist mode when we're genuinely searching for truth. We run experiments to test hypotheses and discover knowledge. We follow the evidence where it leads, even when it contradicts our initial beliefs. And perhaps most importantly, we're willing to be wrong.   The Science of Spiritual Growth: Testing Hypotheses in Daily Life Hypotheses have as much of a place in our daily lives as they do in the laboratory. Experiments can—and should—inform our everyday decisions. You don't need to don a white lab coat to reason like a scientist. Research has shown that entrepreneurs trained in scientific thinking bring in more revenue twice as fast and attract customers sooner than those wi...

Photo by Maruxa Lomoljo Koren When Adam and Eve disobeyed God's command by eating from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil in the Garden of Eden, sin entered the world. From that moment on, humanity became marked by inherent sin . Every person born of man and woman carries this fallen nature, making us sinners from birth—regardless of our intentions, achievements, or religious status. This remains true even after we repent and choose to walk according to God's ways. It’s easy to fall into the trap of comparison—thinking we are better or worse than others, more virtuous, more moral, wiser, or more flawed. But none of those measurements change one eternal truth: you and I are still sinners. We are human, and as long as we live in this world, we will make mistakes and fall short. However, being born a sinner is not something we need to live in guilt about—just as we wouldn’t feel guilty for being born with physical limitations or tendencies. Our sinful nature is not a reas...

The Silent Battle I Fought (and You Might Too) I’ll be honest: I’ve struggled with porn for years. Like most people, it started as a curiosity growing up, but it turned into an on-and-off battle I couldn’t shake. I’d watch it secretly, feel a wave of guilt crash over me afterward, and promise myself I’d stop—only to slip back into the cycle days or weeks later. Some stretches I’d win, resisting the urge for a while. Other times, I’d lose and feeling trapped. It was exhausting, and I know I’m not alone in this fight. Porn addiction is a tough beast. It hooks you with a promise of satisfaction, but it never delivers—just leaves you emptier. If you’re nodding along, I get it. But here’s the good news: I’ve found ways to fight back that actually work. These three steps aren’t magic fixes, but they’ve helped me break free from temptation more times than I can count. Maybe they’ll help you too. Step 1: Tell Yourself “Tomorrow” (and Mean It) When that urge hits, it’s like a voice in your head...