One of the most popular spiritual ideas today isn’t new at all. It’s the same lie spoken in Eden, repackaged for modern ears. The promise that you are divine, that truth comes from within, and that you can define reality for yourself is the oldest deception in Scripture, and it still shapes how people think about God, truth, and authority today.

If names matter, then this question matters. You’ve probably heard it before. Maybe in a comment section. Maybe from a YouTube video that sounded convincing. Maybe from a friend who suddenly insists that calling Jesus “Jesus” is wrong, pagan, or even dangerous. “His real name is Yeshua.” “No, it’s Yahushua.” “It has God’s name hidden in it.” “Hebrew doesn’t have vowels.” “God’s name is YHWH, pronounced Yahweh.” “Jesus said ‘I AM.’” At some point, it all starts to feel overwhe