“As the New Testament explains the Old, so the Old Testament confirms the New, and Jesus Christ is the Alpha and Omega of both.” –Matthew Henry This is such an important truth to keep in mind as we read our Bibles. Scripture opens with a statement of fact: In the beginning God created the heavens …
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Do The Gospel Writers Contradict Each Other?
While reading (again) the last chapter of Mark, I was curious to read all four gospel accounts of the Resurrection, to see how they harmonize. As with any group of people who tell about the same event, the gospel writers chose to include some details and leave out others. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John wrote …
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An Urgent Introduction
How do you know that Jesus is the Son of God, the promised Messiah? This morning as I read the first chapter of Mark, I was reminded of how much evidence there is in scripture for the one who doubts. If you’re having trouble believing that Jesus is who He says He is, you might …
What Do You See?
Years ago, Todd came across an interesting tool to share the gospel. On the cover, it looked like a regular coloring book, but there were three different types of pages inside: blank, white pages, black and white outlines of pictures, and vibrant, full-color pages. The secret was where you held your fingers when you flipped …
4 Things Zaccheus Teaches Us About The Gospel
If you grew up in Sunday School, one of the songs you remember most was about a “wee little man” named Zaccheus. Its origins are unknown despite its popularity, and indeed, its biblical accuracy in memorializing the salvation experience of an ungodly tax collector who met Jesus. The gospel is a simple message with incredible …
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The Way Of The Word 