This year, Passover begins the night before Palm Sunday and ends on the evening of Easter Sunday. Passover and Easter observances differ widely, but their dates often coincide—and that’s a …
What About Those Who Cannot Hear?
In a previous article, I suggested that the Bible very clearly teaches the ultimate condemnation of the unevangelized. All who have the mental capacity and developmental maturity to grasp concepts …
What About Those Who Never Hear?
Christianity has always been noted for its exclusivity. “No one comes to the Father except through Me,” Jesus declared (John 14:6). Similarly, Peter insisted that, apart from Jesus, “there is …
How Should I Interpret Biblical Figures of Speech?
Do you ever struggle to understand when Scripture’s words should be interpreted as literal or figurative? Many Christians do. But don’t be discouraged: You can still learn how to interpret …
The King of the Jews
These words were written on a plaque above the door of my junior high school industrial arts class. I’ve never forgotten them. Another plaque that I saw in numerous Christian …
How First-Century Jews and Gentiles Understood the Gospel Differently
This blog was originally published on February 18, 2022. When the apostles first proclaimed the gospel message, they encountered two different audiences, Jewish and Gentile. The book of Acts records …
