Many might criticize the Christmas holiday as having been co-opted by crass materialism. Some might even suggest refocusing upon the “reason for the season,” which is remembrance of the birth of Christ, or the First Advent. Why is that so? The exact month and day of Jesus’ birth can only be speculated. The birthday of … Continue reading Was Jesus born on December 25?
The Word Became Flesh and Dwelt Among Us!
John, the disciple whom Jesus loved, declares, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being…. And the Word became … Continue reading The Word Became Flesh and Dwelt Among Us!
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus!
Many of us look at things going on in the world and see a lot of things getting out of hand. But tis the season to know that things do not have to be that way. Things can be different. Charles Wesley’s “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” is a wonderful Advent hymn, which reminds us that … Continue reading Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus!
Did Jesus Have to Pray?
One interesting question that came my way was this: Did Jesus have to pray to God? I do not believe Jesus prayed to God in the sense of confession for the forgiveness of sin. Jesus did not have to pray in this sense.The truth is Jesus does pray. Something that the Gospel writer's sought to … Continue reading Did Jesus Have to Pray?
Can Anne Rice Just Quit Christianity but Remain Committed to Christ?
Anne Rice, the famous vampire novel writer, announced on July 28, 2010 via her Facebook that she “quit being a Christian.” Her initial declaration along with subsequent entries created such a buzz in social media realm that she even received interviews on popular television news programs. Note that it was several years ago that Rice … Continue reading Can Anne Rice Just Quit Christianity but Remain Committed to Christ?
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