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 →
#2 What Was Special About Jesus’ birth?
What was special about Jesus' birth? The mother of Jesus was Mary. She was still a virgin and engaged to be married to a carpenter named Joseph. She was told by an angel that she would give birth to God's son. Joseph also received a revelation from an angel. He was told that the expected... Continue Reading →
Foundations of Christianity: Questions for the Catholic Church
Some people think of the church as a place we go to worship. To others, the Church is a religious authority who instructs us on how to live by God's laws. Yet, neither of these definitions accurately describe what makes Christ's church truly different. The Old Ways and the New Way In the Old Testament,... Continue Reading →
When Will God Bring Justice?
Every day it seems like the news bombards us with a new example of evil in the world. Our hearts break as we are told about another mass shooting, hear the horrors of war, or see another example of corruption run rampant. When our eyes are on the storm it is enough to drive us... Continue Reading →