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Death of John the Baptist - Bible Story

John the Baptist, well-known for baptizing Jesus in the river Jordan, is commonly referred to as the precursor or forerunner of Jesus. There are many parallels to the lives of John the Baptist and Je...

Elijah and Elisha - Bible Story

Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff

The Bible story of Elijah and Elisha is found in both books of Kings from the Old Testament. They are two of the most notable prophets from scripture helping to restore Israel in a time of wicked rule...

Ark of the Covenant - Bible Story

Jenna Brooke Carlson

In Exodus 25:10, Moses receives the command to build an ark of acacia wood. Within this ark were to be placed the tables of the law which God was about to give to Moses. Learn more about this popular ...

Ash Wednesday: Bible Meaning and Importance

Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff

Just what is the purpose of a smear of ash on your forehead on Ash Wednesday? Let's take a look at the meaning and symbolism of Ash Wednesday, which beings the Lent season. There are some Biblical pri...

The Promised Land - Bible Story

Annette Griffin

The "Promised Land" was the geographic area God declared to give to His people, the children of Abraham. The promised land was placed in ancient Canaan, on the eastern side of the Mediterranean Sea....

The Parable of the Talents - Bible Story

Connor Salter

The Parable of the Talents should encourage us and challenge us to take what God has given us and invest in the kingdom of God. There is a great reward waiting for those who steward well with what the...

Sodom and Gomorrah - Bible Story

Leigh Ann Thomas

This is a summary of the Biblical account of Sodom and Gomorrah and their destruction....