What is Good Friday?

What is Good Friday?

Since churches moved online in 2020, I took advantage of the opportunity to “attend” about 10 different Good Friday services. This was my favorite. Why was it my favorite? Because this service concentrated on telling the story of Good Friday.

Why the Resurrection is Important

Why the Resurrection is Important

On Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It matters whether something is real or not. It also matters whether an idea is true or not. The historical fact is Jesus rose from the dead, and it makes a difference that he did. 

Easter: Why have you forsaken me? Mark 15:22-41

Easter: Why have you forsaken me? Mark 15:22-41

After Jesus was captured in the Garden of Gethsemane, the soldiers led him to the high priest. Mark is very careful to point out that these two situations — the trial before the Sanhedrin and the denial of Peter — occur side by side. The contrast between these two situations gives us an illustration which is the answer to the question Jesus asks on the cross.

Is Jesus coming back?

Is Jesus coming back?

Yes, Jesus is coming back! Yes, he warned his disciples his return would not be soon. All the New Testament writes claim the return of Christ is integral to our Christian hope. Here are some passages to study
Why is life so hard?

Why is life so hard?

Why is life so hard? The Bible has a lot to say about suffering and trials and the problem of evil. Here are a few places to start exploring answers from Scripture.
Tell me about Jesus

Tell me about Jesus

If you have an interest in learning more about who Jesus was, why he came or what he taught, here are some places to start.
I need an overview of the Bible

I need an overview of the Bible

Just as it’s helpful to know something about the culture and history of Jane Austin before you read Pride and Prejudice, it’s helpful to know the culture and history of each book of the Bible. These resources will give you the big picture.
What is Lent?

What is Lent?

What is Lent? Is it an official Christian holiday? Was it instituted in the Bible? What — if anything — is required of believers during Lent?

What if I failed my Bible reading plan?

What if I failed my Bible reading plan?

It’s February. Approximately one-third of those who started a Bible reading plan in January abandon it by February. By May that number will drop to half. What if you are one of the statistics?

How do I study the Bible

How do I study the Bible

How do I study the Bible? Wondering how to get started studying the Bible? There’s no one right way. You can jump in anywhere. But here are a few suggestions to get you moving.

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