Since we are nearing ever closer to Resurrection Sunday, I thought to add one more post on Mark’s Resurrection account, and this one has some real apologetic and theological “hot potatoes.” One “hot potato” is the fact that the earliest and arguably more reliable Greek manuscripts of Mark 16 end at verse 8. Complicating things … Continue reading Mark’s Resurrection Account…
John’s Resurrection Account…
As I’m reading through John 20-21, I am reminded that in as much it is helpful to attempt a harmony between John and the other New Testament Gospels, it is likewise important for readers to keep in mind the deeply profound theological points John wants to communicate through his own telling of the post-resurrection accounts. … Continue reading John’s Resurrection Account…
Did the Disciples see the Resurrected Lord in Galilee or Jerusalem?
One of the soul challenging aspects of doing apologetics is the opportunities to resolve alleged Bible contradictions. One that recently came up concerned a supposed problem between Matthew and Luke regarding the location where the resurrected Lord appeared to the disciples.According to Matthew, the resurrected Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene and another gal named Mary, … Continue reading Did the Disciples see the Resurrected Lord in Galilee or Jerusalem?
Ashes
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. Sometime ago I was scanning through some Web news and I noticed Christianity Today put up some articles reflecting on Lent. As today, marks the beginning of the Lent season, I thought they would be interesting reads to meditate on:Steven R. Harmon: To Take Up the CrossFrederica Mathewes-Green: … Continue reading Ashes
Crux: What is the "Crux" of Christianity?
The crux of a Christianity centers on the resurrection of Jesus. “If Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain,” writes Paul. Without the resurrection, there would be no Christianity. Although many cults, liberal scholars, and atheist have attempted to disprove the resurrection, there is still good reason … Continue reading Crux: What is the "Crux" of Christianity?