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Where Was Jesus Crucified? - Golgotha "the Place of the Skull"

Dr. Michael A. Milton

The crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth is one of ancient history’s most proven events. The fact has been substantiated by theologian and historian alike. It has been written without hyperbole....

Ascension Day – A Call to the Great Commission

Peyton Garland

Though there are no Ascension Day "rules" hidden in the Bible, I believe this celebration compels us to fulfill the Great Commission....

Why Do Christians Say "Maranatha"?

Lisa Loraine Baker

When Christians get excited about Jesus’ return, we exclaim, “Maranatha!” Likewise, when we grieve the world’s wickedness, our battle cry is “Maranatha!” In the first sense, this word is a joyful...

Become a Fruit-Bearing Christian

We need to see that if our work is to be acceptable and effective, it must come as fruit; it must be the spontaneous outgrowth of a healthy, vigorous life, the Spirit and power of Christ living and wo...

Why Is Jesus Called the "True Light"?

Mike Leake

Can you imagine trying to navigate your way out of a dark cavern only using the flickering light of a lightning bug? It’d be crazy. If you want to make it through the dark, you need an actual source o...

Telling Others the Gospel, Even When It's Difficult

Luis Palau

Today, in an effort to be sophisticated and contemporary, many Christians have stopped trying to persuade others to follow Christ. There's an underlying feeling in our society that nice people just do...

Is It Correct to Say That America is a Christian Nation?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Attempting to describe America as a Christian nation causes you to think of Christianity from a nationalistic point of view. Here is the problem. God doesn’t save nations, he saves individuals. ...

What Are the Warning Signs of a Cult?

Mike Leake

Cults are also notorious for adding their own rules. Places like Colossians 2:19-23 can be helpful to show that Christ is sufficient. Are your leaders pointing you to Christ and leaving you in His han...

What Does It Mean to Be the Fragrance of Christ?

Emma Danzey

When we ponder the concept of having the fragrance of Christ, everyone on this earth will have a preference. There are two options: either we love the fragrance of Jesus, or we despise it. It either r...

Following Christ Through Feeling Bored with Doctrine

Lianna Davis

According to Jude’s personalized introduction, the Christian faith is to impact us in a fitting, subjective way. Meaning, we must be able to say, “This is my truth, my faith, my Lord,” and I am c...

Do Butterflies Have a Spiritual Meaning in the Bible?

Michelle Treacy

One of the beautiful things butterflies can remind us of is the birth, death, and resurrection of Christ. Like butterflies, Jesus was born, died on a cross for us, and was buried in the tomb....

What Does "Salt of the Earth" Mean in Matthew 5:13?

Meg Bucher

Believers throughout the centuries have willingly suffered for what Jesus stands for. Christ uses the salt analogy, I believe, to assure us that following Him is worth every earthly cost....

6 Powerful "I WILL" Promises of Jesus

Ashley Hooker

Christians are quite familiar with the “I AM” statements in Scripture. They are powerful and share much about the character of Christ. They share God’s will for His son and for our lives. Along with t...

What Does the Bible Say about the End Times?

Dr. Michael A. Milton

The question of whether we are living in the last days is answered without the slightest vagueness by the New Testament authors: “Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by ...

How Can We Practice the Agape Love God Shows Us?

Justin Wiggins

Christ became the suffering servant who gave his life for all—the ultimate display of agape love. So how can we live out his love as his followers?...

Why Are the Promises of God "Yes and Amen"?

Pamela Palmer

This verse, which might sound a bit confusing, was written by the Apostle Paul to the Corinthians. It conveys that Jesus Christ is the “yes” and “amen” of all God’s promises, meaning in Jesus is the g...

What Is the Church? It's Role and Purpose According to the Bible

Pastor Luis Ángel Díaz-Pabón

“Church” is the translation of the Greek term ekklesia, and is used in the New Testament to identify the community of believers in Jesus Christ. It literally means “assembly,” “congregation,” or “meet...

5 Christlike Steps to Embrace the Emptying Process

Carley Marcouillier

As I opened my Bible and began to read, these words caught my attention, convincing my heart."In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature G...

14 Reasons Humility Is Good for Building Up Your Faith

Lisa Loraine Baker

Faith brings to us the awareness and joyful acknowledgement of God. The Bible tells us without faith it is impossible to please God, and God rewards those who humbly draw near to and believe in Him&nb...

Does the Bible Say "He Became Sin Who Knew No Sin"?

Rylie Fine

Does the Bible say Jesus became sin who knew no sin? If so, what does it mean for us and for our relationship with God?...