From Firewalls to Faith: How James Scott Found Eternal Security

A cybersecurity expert’s unlikely path to faith, purpose, and global mission

By Lynn Scott

James Scott had spent his life securing the digital world, building firewalls, leading cybersecurity teams, and consulting globally. But despite his success, something felt missing.

It wasn’t until he discovered the Bible through the God’s Global Plan website that his view of security and life was turned upside down. What began as curiosity became a calling to help others discover lasting truth beyond the screen.

A Different Kind of Security Breach

For most of his career, James focused on threats from the outside hackers, vulnerabilities, and data leaks. But over time, he noticed something unsettling: despite shielding organizations from breaches, he couldn’t shield himself from an inner emptiness.

“I was protecting networks, but I wasn’t protecting my own soul,” he later said. James had achieved everything he once dreamed of: global contracts, keynote invitations, professional respect, but the joy was short-lived.

Late nights alone in hotel rooms across Europe and Asia forced deeper questions to surface: What’s my life for? Is there more than solving problems and collecting achievements?

James Scott, CISSP & Global Cybersecurity Expert

At first, I thought it was just another religious site, but it felt different. No pressure, no pitch to join something, just pure Scripture and clear truth. It was like I had stumbled upon a frequency my heart had been wanting to tune into for a long time.

Those thoughts began to build until a Google search ironically led him not to a new course or tool, but to a page titled 'The Complete Bible Study' on God's Global Plan. What began as a click of curiosity quickly became a turning point.

From Cyber Defense to Eternal Purpose

Reading through the Bible, James began to see a radically different definition of purpose. The more he studied, the more he realized that identity, peace, and significance don’t come from what we build—but from who we know: the living God.

He now measures success by spiritual fruit, not professional titles.
He prioritizes time in God’s Word over newsfeeds and technical updates.
He shares the gospel during global conferences and security forums.
He sees his cybersecurity work as a platform for kingdom influence, not just career growth.

It wasn’t about escaping the tech world, it was about infusing it with truth. God’s Global Plan wasn’t just an abstract idea to him; it became his new operating system for life, giving him clarity, courage, and a mission that transcends industries. He even managed to explain a scripture when speaking at a conference.

I used to secure systems. Now, I help people secure eternity.

God’s Word didn’t just answer my questions, it redefined the questions I should’ve been asking all along.

Today, James is still a cybersecurity strategist, but now, he also safeguards souls, pointing people to what he calls 'the ultimate firewall against darkness: the Word of God.'

James Scott speaking at a global cybersecurity summit while referencing the Bible

Since discovering God’s Global Plan, James has seamlessly woven faith into his professional life. At global summits, he shares not only on digital threats, but when appropriate, he also shares eternal truths. He’s not preaching from a pulpit, but from his profession, showing others that faith and reason walk hand-in-hand.

In his free time, he sometimes hosts an online Bible meetup with other IT professionals across continents, many of whom had spiritual questions but no safe place to explore them. What started as casual chats became a monthly gathering centered on Bible principles, prayer, and purpose.

James Scott sharing enjoying his fellowship group at his home

James visits local Christian fellowship groups in his area

Whether online or in person, James lives by a simple mantra: 'Use your gifts to reflect God's truth, wherever you're placed.' Through him, many in the tech world are hearing the gospel, perhaps for the first time, in a language they understand.

A Simple Faith That Speaks Loudly

James says he never wanted a religion with it's dogma and ritual, just to learn the truth. He didn’t find it in busy church programs or fancy titles. What changed him was God’s Word, clearly shared and simply lived out.

That’s what drew him to God's Global Plan. There were no pressure tactics, no flashy promises. Just scripture, questions, and honest conversations with people from around the world who were on the same journey.

📖 He shares Bible verses with friends and coworkers
🌍 He meets others once a fortnight at his home with snacks and drinks
💬 He answers tough spiritual questions with patience
🙏 He prays with people who are curious but unsure
❤️ He reminds everyone that they are loved by God

Now James helps others explore the Bible for themselves. Whether in cafés, online meetups, or one-on-one chats, he invites people to discover the peace and purpose he’s found.

You don’t need to be perfect or religious to start reading the Bible. Just be real. That’s where faith begins.

Faith That Connects Across Borders

James discovered that real Christian fellowship doesn’t need big buildings or titles. It happens when people meet with open hearts and open Bibles, whether in person or online.

✅ Free Bible courses make it easy to start
✅ No leaders, just learners and listeners
✅ People connecting across cultures

That’s why he started simple Bible groups using the free materials on God's Global Plan. He’s helped people in Kenya, Canada, and Korea read the Bible together and grow in faith even if they’ve never met face-to-face.

Fellowship groups aren’t about membership or control. They’re about learning together, asking honest questions, encouraging each other and following Jesus with others.

Take the Next Step from Right Where You Are

God’s Global Plan is here to help you explore God’s Word, find real answers to the big questions,at your own pace, in your own way.

✅ Complete Bible Course Walk through the full story of the Bible, designed for beginners, seekers, and long-time readers.
✅ Deep Dive Study Units Explore the big questions in easy-to-follow studies that open up the Bible with clarity.
✅ Fellowship Group Ideas Join or start a local group that shares truth and encouragement.

You don’t need to sign up, join a group, or change your life overnight. Just start by learning more.

Wherever you are in your journey, there’s a next step waiting and a global family of people like James walking with you.

How James is Making a Difference

James didn’t stop with just learning the Bible, he felt called to share what he’d found. With his background in cybersecurity, he saw the world’s growing fear and confusion about truth, privacy, and trust.

He realized that the greatest security doesn’t come from software or systems, but from knowing God and walking in His truth. That’s when his new mission took shape.

He shares digital Bible tools with friends and colleagues around the world.
He hosts casual video chats to explore scripture with tech professionals seeking meaning.
He encourages young people to search for truth beyond trends and technology.
He supports 'God's Global Plan' by posting about it and sending website links to people of all cultures.
He reminds everyone that you don’t need a title to make an eternal impact, just a willing heart.

Today, James is part of a growing global network of believers who simply want to help others know the Lord. He’s not a pastor or church leader. He’s just a man who found purpose, and now helps others do the same.

Here’s how James is helping others discover God’s Global Plan:

Spreading the Word in Every Language

God’s Global Plan isn’t limited by borders or backgrounds. With Bible study tools now available in over 100 languages, more people than ever can explore God’s Word in their own heart language.

Sharing Bible verses and reflections in multiple languages
Using short-form posts to spark curiosity and deeper questions
Inspiring others to share God’s truth on social media, one post at a time

James is passionate about this. He knows that clear, honest truth should be within reach for everyone, no matter where they live or what language they speak.

To help spread the word, James creates simple, thoughtful posts on X, Pinterest, and Instagram. He encourages others to do the same, reminding us that even a short message can change someone’s direction.

From Hesitant to Hosting: James’ Fellowship Journey

At first, James wasn’t sure if he was ready to join a fellowship group, let alone host one. But when he received the free Group Starter Pack from God’s Global Plan, everything changed.

The guide was simple, clear, and encouraging. It helped him see how easy and rewarding it could be to start a group with just a few others who were also curious about God’s Word.

The Bible Studies Start your free Bible study today, no email address necessary!
Deep Dive Subjects 15 Controversial Subjects to dig into!
All about Fellowship Groups Find or start a group in your area

Now, every two weeks, James opens his home for a friendly Bible fellowship gathering. They read, pray, talk, and support each other with honesty and kindness.

He also joins two other local groups when he can. Through these gatherings, James has made deep, lasting friendships. Everyone in the groups shares a love for God’s truth and a desire to live by His good and wise standards.

You’re Invited to Be Part of Something Eternal

Like James, you may have questions. You may be searching for something more. That’s not a weakness, it’s the start of a powerful journey.

You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need a heart that’s open to explore God’s truth, and a willingness to take the next small step.

“Starting a group felt big at first, but with God’s help, and that starter pack, it was actually simple. Now I can’t imagine life without this kind of fellowship.”

God’s Global Plan exists to help people everywhere discover the life-changing message of the Bible, without pressure, without institutional hierarchy, and at no cost. Just the Word of God, simply shared.

You’re welcome here. Wherever you are in the world, whatever your background, we believe God has a purpose for your life. Come and explore it with us.

💛 Start your journey today at God’s Global Plan

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