John 2. The Wedding in Cana. The Book of John is my favorite Book in the Bible. There are several reasons for this, but the story of Jesus’ first Miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding, is one of them. Let’s briefly recount the story. Jesus and some of His disciples had gone to … Continue reading “Do whatever he tells you … (the water) had turned into wine.” John 2:5-9. Miracles
Category: Important Events
Key events which occurred in Christian history. Their impact on the Christian faith and Christianity today.
“…He is not here, for He is risen…” Matthew 28:6 The Resurrection of Christ
INTRODUCTION TO THE RESURRECTION OF CHRIST Many would argue that the Resurrection of Christ is the most important event in the history of the world. The Resurrection is certainly the most important event in the history of Christianity. In this and following posts, I intend to review the fact of the Resurrection, its importance, its relevance … Continue reading “…He is not here, for He is risen…” Matthew 28:6 The Resurrection of Christ
“… I shall not leave you orphans. I will come to you…” John 14:18 Resurrection Part II
More thoughts on the Resurrection of Christ. Last week, I started a series on the Resurrection of Christ. Then we focused on the Apostles and how they’d reacted to the event. This week, I’d like to focus on another group that was involved, a number of members of the Sanhedrin referred to in the Bible … Continue reading “… I shall not leave you orphans. I will come to you…” John 14:18 Resurrection Part II
“…She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger…” Luke 2:7 // The Birth of Jesus
Intermission. Let’s take a break from our series on Faith and talk this week about the birth of the Christ child. I cannot imagine anyone who doesn’t know the story, but let’s take a look at the event from a slightly different perspective. When we do, I think the story will take on new and … Continue reading “…She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger…” Luke 2:7 // The Birth of Jesus
“…Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified.” [John 19:16] // Jesus’ Death
To this point, we’ve talked about Christ’s birth. And we’ve talked about His resurrection. But we haven’t talked about Jesus’ death. And His death and the manner by which He was executed are just as important as any other aspect of His life and ministry. Why Crucifixion? Crucifixion is not a pretty way to die. … Continue reading “…Pilate handed him over to them to be crucified.” [John 19:16] // Jesus’ Death
“The chief priests and the elders…assembled…and made plans to…have him put to death.” Matthew 26:3-4 // Origin of the Plot to Kill Jesus
For the past couple of weeks, we’ve been exploring the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes at the time of Christ. We’ve considered their beliefs, their positions in Jewish society, and their effects on Jewish culture at the time. This week, we’ll look at why the Pharisees and the Sadducees felt such antipathy toward Jesus … Continue reading “The chief priests and the elders…assembled…and made plans to…have him put to death.” Matthew 26:3-4 // Origin of the Plot to Kill Jesus
“He is not here; He is risen…” Luke 24:6 // Christ’s Resurrection
For this week’s post I’d like to consider Christ’s resurrection, but in an unusual manner. Last fall I posted two pieces exploring the resurrection from different angles. I’m not being “lazy” but believe that the ideas and thoughts presented in these posts to be particularly important and topical for today. So, I offer them to … Continue reading “He is not here; He is risen…” Luke 24:6 // Christ’s Resurrection
“They chose Stephen, a man of faith and the Holy Spirit…” Acts 6:5 // Stephen the Chosen
Introduction. Events of this week have again drawn into stark realization that being a Christian remains a dangerous prospect, even in the 21st Century. The massacre of nearly 300 Christian men, women and children in the city of Colombo, Sri Lanka appears to have been in reprisal for the killing of dozens of Muslim worshipers … Continue reading “They chose Stephen, a man of faith and the Holy Spirit…” Acts 6:5 // Stephen the Chosen
“Truly I tell you, today, you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43 / Redemption
Prologue. One of my friends recently engaged me in a discussion about Redemption. Specifically, they wanted to discuss “death bed conversions.” Their question was, “Can someone who’s not been a Christian suddenly ‘convert’ as they are dying? And, can that person then go to Heaven?” Their observation was that such a conversion seemed somehow to … Continue reading “Truly I tell you, today, you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:43 / Redemption
“Are we there yet?!?” / A common family refrain
The following first appeared in the Christian Blog, Coracle published by Smyth & Helwys. I wrote this as an homage to all the family journeys that will take place this Summer of 2019. ******************************************************************************************************************* Summertime is here. And the Great American Migration (aka summer vacation travel) is about to begin. Along with this annual Rite … Continue reading “Are we there yet?!?” / A common family refrain
