Did Jesus really die on the cross? Yes. This used to be an area of debate, but is now generally accepted as factually true by all historians. As mentioned in post #1, there is documentation of Jesus' crucifixion by several sources outside of the Bible. So, is it possible that Jesus could have survived his... Continue Reading →
What Was Revolutionary About Jesus?
Sunday morning I saw a man enter the sanctuary and take a seat in the back pew. He appeared downtrodden, ungroomed, and was wearing a trench coat. It was unclear if he was homeless or had just lived a difficult life. Somehow, looking at him, it felt so right that he should be there. He... Continue Reading →
#4 Why Did Religious Leaders Hate Jesus?
Why did religious leaders hate Jesus? Jesus never hesitated to call on behaviors that were displeasing to God. The religious leaders of the day prioritized their own needs and social status over the needs of the people. They appeared very righteous on the outside, but their hearts were far from God. Jesus drew attention to... Continue Reading →
Where Should I Go When I Have Questions?
We all struggle with questions of some kind. In fact, at this point in history there is very little that is not in question. We question our future, our identity, and our purpose. We question our political leaders, lawmakers, and law enforcers. We question the motives of science and of corporations. Strangely, with so much... Continue Reading →
#3 What Did Jesus Teach?
What did Jesus teach? Jesus taught things that were very revolutionary for the time. He showed special regard for those who were overlooked or rejected by others by teaching equality among all of God's children. The following scripture translated by the Message Bible explains the heart of his message in our modern language: “You’re blessed... Continue Reading →