The New Testament describes the events of Christ's birth as being "for you." That is, they are not simply historical facts. Rather, they are historical facts that convey the Gospel.
The New Testament describes the events of Christ's birth as being "for you." That is, they are not simply historical facts. Rather, they are historical facts that convey the Gospel.
Christmas is mysterious. The notion that the transcendent God of the universe has been born as a flesh-and-blood baby is mind-blowing, an occasion not for sentimentality but for awe. There is Christmas music that reflects that.
The Apostle John doesn't write about the nativity in his Gospel, but he does write about the baby Jesus in his Book of Revelation. The account is highly symbolic and enigmatic--is the woman with the child Mary, Israel, the Church, or all three?--but the Christ Child with His victory over Satan is clearly presented.
Of the redistribution of sex, robotic consent, and a hit to the pornography industry.
Social trust is the glue that holds society together. But Americans trust each other less and less.
The Pharisees, Sadducees, and the Zealots--then and now--miss the meaning of the coming of Christ.
The city of Seattle, having defunded their police by 18%, is now considering removing the criminal penalty for misdemeanor theft, trespass, and assault if the perpetrator suffers from poverty.
Oklahoma, where I grew up and where I live, is one of the most conservative states in the union. It has also become the nation's hottest marijuana market. This sounds like a contradiction, but is not.
Not citizens nor states elect the president. As with medieval Emperors, the president is chosen by Electors. And now, like it or not, the Electors have elected Joe Biden. His presidency is now official, legal, a done deal. How do you think he will do?
There have been many attempts throughout the centuries to ascertain exactly when Jesus was born. Researchers in Italy have offered a new approach to the question. Looking at the timing of Elizabeth's pregnancy with John the Baptist, Jewish religious festivals, and some new astronomical data, they conclude that Jesus was born in December, 1 B.C.
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