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The Bible is filled with wisdom, instruction and encouragement for readers of all ages. However, as a parent (or mentor), it ...

The teachings of Jesus Christ and the writings of James Madison reconcile strikingly well, a Brookings Institute senior ...

[Pliny, Epistle 97] At least to the 2nd-century pagans, it appeared that Christians considered Jesus as their God. Some may object to Christ's divinity and cite Bible verses pertaining to His ...

This verse from the Old Testament foretells the coming of Jesus Christ, emphasizing His divine attributes and the hope He brings to a weary world. Reflecting on this verse reminds believers of God ...

A few verses later, St. Paul also added ... not admit that the Eucharist is the self-same Body of our Saviour Jesus Christ which suffered for our sins... [Epistle to the Smyrnaeans 6-7; Ibid., ...

This story appears in the August 2017 issue of National Geographic magazine. ‘Surely I am coming soon.’ The Bible’s penultimate verse, prophesying the return of Jesus Christ, has always ...

Christmas is the celebration of Jesus Christ's birth ... The holiday is filled with Bible verses and scriptures about Christ's birth. Churches are beautifully decorated for Christmas, creating ...

Often a child of God finds themselves faced with the task of explaining to someone just what the Church of Christ is.

The Christmas season invites Christians to reflect on Jesus Christ's birth and its significance. Key Bible verses illuminate this sacred event, foretelling the Savior's arrival, announcing his ...