The Passover Celebration What is commonly referred to as the Passover is an eight-day Jewish celebration beginning on the 15th day of the Hebrew month Nisan. The month of Nisan roughly corresponds to March or April in the Georgian calendar. For instance, during 2019, the festival began on Friday, the 19th of April and concluded … Continue reading “…He took bread and blessed it…” Mark 14:22 // The Last Supper, Communion
Category: Important Events
Key events which occurred in Christian history. Their impact on the Christian faith and Christianity today.
“…Do you know what I have done to you?” John 13:12 / Lessons from The Last Supper, Humility
Setting the Stage [John 13:1-15] Jesus and His apostles had gathered in the Upper Room for their Passover meal. As they were eating, Jesus rose from the table, placed his outer garments to the side, and put a towel around His waist. He then filled a bowl with water and without preamble began to wash … Continue reading “…Do you know what I have done to you?” John 13:12 / Lessons from The Last Supper, Humility
“…I say to you, one of you will betray me.” John 13:21 // Lessons from the Last Supper, Judas
To me, there is no one in the Bible more pitiable than Judas Iscariot. Many readers may disagree with my description of him as “pitiable.” After all, this was the man who betrayed Christ to the Sanhedrin and set the events of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion into motion. Instead, they would say that he was … Continue reading “…I say to you, one of you will betray me.” John 13:21 // Lessons from the Last Supper, Judas
“The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season
As we approach Christmas this year, I think it appropriate that we explore the season of Advent, that four-week section of the Christian calendar that precedes the birth of Jesus. Advent is a time of preparation and expectation. Fall is gone, and Winter is just beginning. The days are becoming shorter, and night seems to … Continue reading “The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season
