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The triumphal entry into Jerusalem begins the final week before His crucifixion and resurrection. Sometimes it is referred to as the “Passion Week.” The word “passion” is derived from a Latin word meaning “suffering.” The significance of this week in … Continue reading →

Every country around the world has one great staple in its diet. In much of Europe, and the United States it is bread. In Asia their staple is rice, in New Guinea it is the sweet potato. In Central America … Continue reading →

One of the most frequently googled questions about the Bible is: What does the Bible say about women preachers? Let’s briefly investigate this matter. First, it is notable that our Lord selected twelve men to be apostles (see Mt. 10:1-4). … Continue reading →

Ueli Steck was a professional mountain climber who had been climbing professionally since he was a teenager. He was from Switzerland and was so experienced in mountain climbing that he often did so with minimum amount of gear and support. … Continue reading →

Jesus, as the sacrificial Lamb of God, is one of the most common pictures people have of Jesus. There are two Greek words for “lamb.” Amnos is the most common word for that sacrificial Lamb, and it only occurs in … Continue reading →

First, the Bible: “Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ. For if anyone thinks he is something when he is nothing, he deceives himself. But each one must examine his own work, and then he will … Continue reading →

Where did the word “father” come from? The background of the Hebrew term (abh) is uncertain, but the Greek term (patḗr) is from a root meaning nourisher, protector, upholder (International Standard Bible Encyclopedia). Father can refer to your closest male … Continue reading →

My roommate in college was named Kippy, from Talledega, AL. Kippy was blind. At least he was mostly blind in one eye – his right eye, he said was 97% blind. His other eye was a glass eye, which he … Continue reading →

Forgiveness is liberating. When I gave my sermon on forgiveness from Luke 7 a few months ago, it did not surprise me that that sermon was well received. Jesus came to give us an abundant life (John 10:10) and a … Continue reading →

Magdala was a populous town in Galilee known for its dye works and factories.  The most famous citizen in scripture from this wealthy town was a lady named Mary. We first read of her in Luke’s account of the women … Continue reading →