The Bible! I love studies, devotionals, preaching, commentaries, and other resources that help me to interpret or understand scripture from a different vantage point. I firmly believe it is crucial to read His word and ask Him to reveal the truths. You made the point, Elisa, when you wrote this:

“Man is fallible, but God is infallible. Even a good-willed and God-loving person can misalign the truth of the Gospel. Paul is inherently aware of this fact, which is why he puts himself under the authority of the leaders in the faith back in Jerusalem. In doing so, he provided an example of what to look for in a messenger of the Gospel.”

Not as my primary source. They add to my knowledge and my learning process, but Biblical discernment is necessary. As a youth, I did believe the majority of what I was told by trusted believers. At one point, a statement was made that just didn’t seem right. I decided to research it further and found that the scripture didn’t line up with what I had been told. New or young believers are trusting. They are eager to learn and have yet to realize how much the Christian beliefs vary. We are called to ongoing discernment and we need to communicate this to others. I still have loose ends, but I’m letting the Lord deal with them.