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Jericho
Jericho is located near the southern end of the Jordan Valley. It has been an oasis and a population center in the otherwise mostly barren valley. Some scholars think Jericho is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world.Jericho is located near the southern end of the Jordan Valley about eight hundred twenty-five feet below the level of the Mediterranean…
READ MOREInheriting Eternal Life
The phrase “to inherit eternal life” reflects more than a simple description of a time line. Its deeper meaning hints at a life where one is free of the restraints typical of human existence. In the phrase “to inherit eternal life” the focus is not so much on enjoying infinite duration in a diachronic continuum as it is on becoming…
READ MORECompassion and Mercy
The Greek term for feeling compassion is used by Luke in several key stories, including the Widow of Nain and the Prodigal Son. This verb includes a physical aspect in the tone of its feeling because the related noun means “bowels, viscera.” Both the Greek verb and noun match our English expression “gut feeling.”In the parable of the Good Samaritan,…
READ MOREBook Reviews: Paul: In Fresh Perspective, N. T. Wright
Paul wrote more books than any other New Testament writer, but often his thoughts can be complex and difficult to understand. In this book, Wright helps readers see the bigger picture of Paul’s themes and messages. N. T. Wright, (Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2005)Looking for an easy way into the theology of the apostle Paul's letters? Then this book might be…
READ MOREThe Evidence for Jesus
What can you know for sure about Jesus Christ? If you believe everything you hear, you might think the answer is "Not very much." Most people assume that there are so many myths and legends surrounding Jesus Christ, it's impossible to know the truth. The Following is and excerpt from the book Just Looking: Christianity - Your Chance to Believe…
READ MOREJesus, Who Was He?
Is John 14:6 a fair reflection of what Jesus taught about himself? Did he really teach that he was the only way to the Father? The following is adapted from the book, Just Looking: Christianity—Your Chance to Believe it or Not, by John Allan. “I am the way, the truth, and the life!” Jesus answered. “Without me, no one can…
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