Archaeologists Discover Pontius Pilate Reference On Ancient Ring
As this constitutes an unusual historical name in the Levant, it thus has been attributed to Pontius Pilate, prefect of Judea from AD 26-36 who ordered the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth.
These Three Post-Christmas Feast Days Highlight The Church’s Martyrs
The story of Jesus’s birth and persecution, plus the feasts devoted to Christian martyrs on the 28th and 29th, deserve a closer look.
‘Mary Did You Know’ Is A Rhetorical Question, Okay? And A Great Song
Yes, the Christmas song asks a rhetorical question, but while communicating well-known truths about Jesus and his glory. It’s actually better than a lot of other favorites.
Why I Remain Catholic In Spite Of The Church’s Latest Scandal
What we are seeing is what happens when those in the Roman Catholic Church neglect her teachings in order to appeal to the world around them.
How Mourning Lay Catholics Can Begin To Respond To Our Church’s Sins
The change is painful, but good to make us more who we truly are. I know that when this trial ends, the church will emerge closer to Christ than before.
Yes, Ancient Romans Really Did Practice Crucifixion
That this gruesome practice occurred cannot be doubted, as archaeological evidence confirms the ancient literature.
Comparing The Cross To The Electric Chair Makes A Mockery Of What Jesus Suffered
Those conducting an electric chair execution don’t do it as spectator sport, seeing how creatively and how long they can inflict the worst possible pain, suffering, and humiliation while stalling death.
Oprah’s Advice To Follow Your ‘Heartsong’ Is Garbage. Here’s Why.
Your feelings can prompt you to take ridiculous risks, to break other’s hearts, and to abandon responsibilities.
Is ‘The Last Da Vinci’ Really Worth $450 Million?
So is Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Salvator Mundi’ worth $450 million? I don’t think that’s the real question—or at least, it’s not the ultimate one.
Read The Gospels To Discover The Jesus Nobody Likes To Talk About
The Christian church year marries the Christmas season with looking forward to the end of the world. It’s not just cuddly baby Jesus, but Jesus the eternal judge. And it makes sense.
Can Progressives Stop Making My Christmas Traditions Political?
My mom went to see George Frideric Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ and the maestro went off on an anti-Trump rant. Is nothing sacred anymore?
To Resurrect ‘The Idea Of A Christian Society’ Christians Need To Get Courageous
In ‘Resurrecting the Idea of a Christian Society,’ R.R. Reno makes an impassioned case that the fate of the least among us depends on Christians who are willing standing up for their beliefs.
Forget The Remake And Embrace The Literary Retelling Of ‘Ben-Hur’
A classic novel gets a fresh update for modern audiences by the author’s great, great granddaughter, and thankfully, the spirit of the original remains intact.
The Fiery History Of Early Christianity
Saints and sinners, persecution and martyrs, corruption and redemption—William J. Bennett’s new history of Christianity, ‘Tried By Fire,’ tells the story of the church in all its challenging glory.
Ascension Day Couldn’t Be More Timely
Especially for those bummed out about where our politics are going, today’s feast day of Ascension offers comfort.
‘Eye For An Eye’ Shows Donald Trump Needs The Gospel
Donald Trump says his favorite Bible verse is a ‘mean’ verse about justice. It’s not mean, and he misinterpreted it, but we could all learn from it.
Did The Apostle Paul Witness Christ’s Crucifixion?
Something extraordinary happened to convince many people, including early Christian persecutor Paul, that their messiah had risen.
Two Explanations for ‘The Passion’s’ Lackluster Ratings
Christians probably just don’t trust TV networks any more. Besides, in ‘The Passion,’ Fox was serving them the same pablum they can get anywhere.
What Santa Teaches Us About Our Capacity To Believe
The Santa Claus myth, far from destroying children’s faith, has a lot to teach us all about faith and perception.
How To Find The Perfect Christmas Present
In the end, all of our gifts are messy replicas—a mere reflection of the awe-inspiring, incomprehensible love behind Christmas.
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