Confidence Meter
Not every question carries the same level of certainty.
Some truths are stated plainly in Scripture and can be taught with full confidence. Other topics require inference, involve debated interpretations, or press into areas where God has not spoken as specifically. The Confidence Meter exists to keep that distinction visible—so what is clear is stated clearly, and what is less clear is handled with humility.
God has also chosen to leave some things partially hidden—not because truth is unimportant, but because faith includes trust, patience, and growth. Some answers are learned over time, and some questions are meant to drive deeper seeking rather than instant certainty.
The levels
Certain
Directly stated in Scripture. The conclusion rests on clear teaching, not interpretive leaps.
High
Strongly supported by Scripture and consistent across the whole biblical witness, even if the exact question isn’t stated word-for-word.
Moderate
Biblically grounded and reasonable, but dependent on interpretation, synthesis, or assumptions that faithful Christians may weigh differently.
Low
A reasoned conclusion with some Scriptural support, but the evidence is limited, indirect, or genuinely contestable. It may be worth considering, but it should not be treated as binding guidance.
Speculative
A thoughtful, evidence-based possibility that Scripture does not clearly confirm. It may help explore a question, but it should not be used as doctrine or direction.