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Why Is 'The Stone Was Rolled Away' so Essential to Christianity?

Jenna Brooke Carlson

When the stone was rolled away, Jesus proved he was who he said he was, the Son of God. The emptied grave showed the world he had risen from the dead....

Why Is It Important that Jesus Was the Stone the Builders Rejected?

Joel Ryan

What is the significance of Jesus being “the stone the builders rejected,” and what does it mean that Christ became “the chief cornerstone”?...

"Ebenezer" - Powerful Biblical Meaning and Importance

Ashley Hooker

The Bible is full of powerful words that if we dig deep enough, the meanings could change your life. The power with which God clothed each word of His book is amazing. One such word is Ebenezer. Thi...

What Is the Holy Grail? Is it in the Bible and Does it Really Exist?

Hope Bolinger

The holy grail, a supposed “Christian” relic, has dotted the lines of medieval literature. This cup, or cauldron, or stone (depending on which version of the legend). Supposedly, the holy grail was a ...

What Is the Spiritual Significance of an Alabaster Box?

Emma Danzey

Alabaster box (or referred to as jar) is mentioned in three places in the Bible. The reference is to the woman Mary of Bethany....

7 Ways to Honor the Fallen on Memorial Day

Barbara Latta

The Lord called for memorials and celebrations to occur on multiple occasions throughout history. Joshua commanded a member of each tribe to take a stone and set it up on the banks of the Jordan River...

How an Ebenezer Can Help Christians Remember God's Faithfulness

Hope Bolinger

We've heard about Ebenezer stones in the Old Testament. But can Christians create one today? And what does it look like?...

Yes, You Have a Powerful Testimony to Share with Others

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

A testimony is a personal account of what God has done in your life. It will include your experiences or transformations. When done properly, your testimony should leave people in awe of who God is.&n...

9 Glorious Things the Resurrection of Jesus Means

Stephen Altrogge

The resurrection of Jesus baffled everyone. When the disciples came to Jesus’ empty tomb, they couldn’t comprehend what they were seeing. They had witnessed him die, saw the spear plunge into his side...

What Is the Hidden Manna Found in Revelation?

Hope Bolinger

Many of us know about the physical manna the Israelites ate in the desert. But what about the hidden manna in Revelation? What exactly is this?...

What Is So Impactful about Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream?

Lisa Loraine Baker

Dreams can be funny, intriguing, or scary. Rarely, though, is one unforgettable. As we find in the book of Daniel, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon had an unforgettable dream....

How Should Christians Respond to Persecution?

Frank Santora

Everybody doing anything for God still gets “stoned” some time. While not physically crushing, these stones of persecution can cause emotional pain and cause real damage, for example, loss of jobs, re...

How Tall Was Goliath and What Do We Really Know about Him?

Joel Ryan

Most people are probably familiar with the story of David and Goliath—even if they’ve never opened a Bible or stepped foot inside of a church.A shepherd boy, armed with nothing but courage, faith, and...

What is the Significance of Names in the Bible? Top People Names and Their Meaning

Lori Stanley Roeleveld

God’s Word makes much of peoples' names, so it can be beneficial to consider some of the top biblical names in the Bible....

Why Is Joseph of Arimathea included in the Easter Story?

Lisa Baker

A good and righteous man (Luke 23:50). To be described as righteous in Scripture is high commendation, putting Joseph of Arimathea in the company of Abraham....

How Long Did Jesus' Fast in the Wilderness Last?

Jessica Brodie

In both accounts, Jesus fasts, which means he voluntarily reduced or eliminate his intake of food. The devil tempts Jesus during this time, attempting to take advantage of Jesus’s weakened state. He t...

How Tall Was Goliath? "Six Cubits and A Span" Meaning

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5 Purposeful Prayers for the Easter Season

Jessica Brodie

Easter, also known as Resurrection Sunday, is the most important holiday in the life of the church. That’s because its entire purpose is to commemorate and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, ...

Why Jesus’ Claim That “before Abraham Was, I Am” Is So Important

Mike Leake

The Pharisees pick up on the depth of this claim. Only God has eternal life, therefore only God can give eternal life. Abraham is dead. The prophets are dead. Who does this Jesus think he is? ...