The Incarnation of Christ
The incarnation of Christ is a term used by theologians to describe the belief that Jesus, the Son of God, took on human flesh. This concept is closely related to the hypostatic union, which explains how Jesus' two natures, divine and human, are joined together. However …
Continue readingInto Your Hands I Commit My Spirit
At the end of Jesus' life, while hanging on the cross, a significant event occurred. The sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn in two. In this moment, Jesus called out with a loud voice, saying, "Father, into your …
Continue readingLanguage Spoken by Jesus
Throughout his ministry, Jesus likely spoke three main languages: Aramaic, Hebrew, and Greek. Of these, Aramaic was the language he used most frequently. Aramaic was the common or colloquial language in Israel during Jesus' time and it was very similar to Hebrew, with borrowed words and …
Continue readingKing of Glory: The Majesty of God
In the book of Psalms, we find a series of verses that refer to the "King of glory." These verses, found in Psalm 24, convey a sense of awe and reverence for God. They invite us to consider the magnitude and power of …
Continue readingJehovah Jireh: The LORD Will Provide
Introduction
One of the many names of God mentioned in the Old Testament is "Jehovah-Jireh," which signifies "The LORD Will Provide" (Genesis 22:14). This name was given by Abraham to memorialize an extraordinary event when God provided a ram as a substitute for …
Continue readingJesus' Mission
Throughout his life, Jesus demonstrated that he was a man on a mission. He had a clear purpose and intentionally worked to fulfill it. Even at a young age, Jesus understood that he needed to be about his Father's business (Luke 2:49). In the final days leading …
Continue readingProtecting Young Minds: A Biblical Approach
In a world filled with secular influences and harmful content, it is crucial for Christian parents and caregivers to take proactive steps in protecting the minds of young children. The Bible provides guidance and principles that can help us navigate the challenges of raising …
Continue readingJesus is the Savior
In the Bible, the word "Savior" refers to someone who saves others. Throughout history, God has been referred to as the Savior, rescuing His people from various dangers. However, when Christians refer to Jesus as the Savior, they are acknowledging His role in saving humanity on …
Continue readingPromoting Orthodox Christian Literature
Orthodox Christian literature plays a crucial role in promoting and deepening our understanding of the Orthodox faith. It provides valuable insights into the beliefs, practices, and spirituality of the Orthodox Church. In this article, we will explore the importance of promoting Orthodox Christian literature and its …
Continue readingFlying Spaghetti Monsterism: A Satirical Take on Intelligent Design
Flying Spaghetti Monsterism, also known as Pastafarianism, is a satirical "religion" created by Bobby Henderson. It was designed as a protest against the teaching of intelligent design in schools as an alternative to the theory of evolution. Henderson's aim was to …
Continue readingMasculine Pronouns for God
In the Christian faith, the use of masculine pronouns to refer to God has been a topic of discussion. While it is important to understand that God, being a spiritual being, does not possess a physical gender, He has chosen to reveal Himself using masculine pronouns …
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