Why Was Jesus Crucified?
Introduction
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is a central event in Christian theology and history. It has both earthly and heavenly reasons behind it, shedding light on the nature of mankind and God's plan for salvation. In this article, we will explore the reasons why Jesus …
Continue readingJesus and Speaking in Tongues
The topic of Jesus speaking in tongues is an intriguing one, often discussed within Christian circles. However, when we examine the biblical evidence, we find no indication that Jesus actually spoke in tongues. Let's explore this further.
The Gift of Speaking in Tongues
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Continue readingWhy Three Days: The Significance of Jesus' Resurrection
The resurrection of Jesus Christ after three days of death holds great significance in the Christian faith. It not only proved to Jesus' opponents that He truly rose from the dead, but it also fulfilled biblical prophecy. In this article, we will …
Continue readingJesus' Passover Atonement
The Passover sacrifice in the Old Testament was a significant event that typified Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. The paschal lamb, which had to be a male without spot or blemish, represented Jesus perfectly. Just as the Israelites applied the blood of the sacrifice in …
Continue readingINRI
When Jesus was crucified, a notice was prepared and placed on the cross. According to John 19:19, the notice read, "JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS." This notice was written in three languages: Aramaic, Latin, and Greek, as mentioned in John 19:20. Today, it is …
Continue readingLittle Lower Than the Angels
The concept of being "a little lower than the angels" is found in Psalm 8:5, and it holds significant implications for our understanding of Jesus Christ. In this verse, the psalmist ponders the greatness of God's creation and asks, "What is man that you …
Continue readingGod the Son
The concept of the Trinity can be challenging to understand, as it involves the nature of God as three distinct Persons in one. The Trinity consists of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. These three Persons are coequal and coeternal, meaning none …
Continue readingWas Jesus Married?
Introduction
The question of whether Jesus was married has been a topic of discussion and speculation for many years. Recently, the discovery and translation of the fourth-century "Jesus’ wife papyrus" has added fuel to this debate. This papyrus contains a statement attributed to Jesus saying, "My wife …
Continue readingThe 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 …
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