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Why Was Jesus Born in Bethlehem?
(Copyright) by BibleStudy.org (Farmington Hills, Michigan) Why was Jesus born in Bethlehem when his parents, Mary and Joseph, lived in Nazareth (Luke 2:39)? The primary reason the birth of Jesus took place in Bethlehem was to fulfill the prophecy given by the minor prophet Micah. He stated the following: And you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, you being least among the thousands of Judah, out of you He (Jesus) shall come forth (be born) to Me, that is to become Ruler in Israel . . . (Micah 5:2, HBFV throughout). One of the most fascinating facts about the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem is how God […]
Did Jesus Break the Sabbath?
(Copyright 08-02-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Dear Friends and Brethren, It’s been asserted that Jesus broke the Sabbath, and hence we are free to disregard it as well. But did Jesus break the Sabbath? The basis for the idea that Jesus broke the Sabbath is the accusations made by Jesus’ enemies among the Pharisees and scribes. Because Jesus performed miracles of healing on the Sabbath and did not honor their manmade rules regarding Sabbath observance, the Pharisees accused him of breaking the Sabbath. But did he in fact, break the Sabbath? To many who consider themselves Christians, not to mention those who […]
Jesus and James
(Copyright 07-19-2025) by Rod Reynolds (Wentzville, Missouri) Dear Friends and Brethren, While most people who have an interest in the subject, even if they are not nor claim to be converts to Christianity, believe that Jesus Christ actually existed as a human being in the early first century (A.D.), some few claim otherwise. Yet, there’s much evidence, even from various extra-biblical sources attesting to his existence and certain facts relating to what is recorded in Scripture about him. Our faith in Christ rests primarily on the Bible, which we believe to be the word of God. But it is of interest what […]
Why Jesus Appeared First to a Woman After His Resurrection
(Copyright 04-17-2025) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) During the forty days between His resurrection and ascension, Jesus appeared to His disciples at various times and on one occasion appeared to over five hundred of His followers at once (I Corinthians 15:3-7). The gospel writers, however, are very explicit in noting that it was Mary Magdalene to whom He appeared FIRST after His resurrection. The importance which the evangelists attach to this fact indicate that it was no accidental occurrence, but that Jesus purposely appeared first to Mary Magdalene. A Revolutionary ActJesus not only appeared first to Mary, but He sent her forth […]
Conquering Temptation: Learn from Jesus Christ
(Copyright 03-07-2025) by Pat Higgins (Charlotte, North Carolina) “I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the wicked one.” (I John 2:14) As Christians, we are to follow Christ’s example (I Peter 2:21). Like Him, we seek God’s will (John 6:38), which requires replacing our thoughts with His thoughts. We understand this vital transformation into Christ’s image (II Corinthians 3:18) as the process of overcoming. In Revelation, Jesus urges each church to prevail in this struggle to overcome so it can receive its promised reward (Revelation 2:7, 11, 17, 26; […]
Was Jesus Married?
(Copyright) by Mike Ford (Oxford, Georgia) “. . . and certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities—Mary called Magdalene, out of whom had come seven demons . . .” (Luke 8:2) The sad news came out not long ago. It happens in all too many marriages: yet another celebrity divorce, this time between Jesus and Mary Magdalene! Before you cry, “Blasphemy!” some explanation is required. For over four years, Dr. Karen L. King, a professor of early Christianity at Harvard Divinity School, proclaimed to the world that a tiny piece of papyrus proves Jesus Christ was married. She revealed this 1” x […]
Jesus Our Victory
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Resurrection of Jesus Christ was a great victory that is important to every Christian. It is unfortunate that many have turned to pagan fertility symbols to celebrate this event. The apostle Paul stated: “And if Christ is not risen, then our preaching is vain, and your faith is also vain. Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God… And if Christ has not been raised, then your faith is futile, and you are still in your sins. Then those who have fallen asleep in Christ are perished” (I Corinthians 15:14-18). While the death of […]
Judaism in Jesus’ Day
(Copyright 2022) by Rich Traver (Clifton, Colorado) The Common Idea is that the Jewish Religion, in the time when Jesus walked the Earth and conducted His ministry, was generally Monocultural. That most if not all Jews believed, taught and practiced the same. Yet, in the New Testament it’s evident that there were Significant Differences among the varying Jewish Persuasions! A significant number of incidents involving Jesus as He interacted with the Jewish leadership – most of the time very negatively – leaves the impression that He spent much time in the Jerusalem area engaging with the religious leaders. In addition to […]
Jesus Our Shepherd
(Copyright) by Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) Jesus speaking in John 10:11: “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for his sheep.” In John 10, Jesus described many attributes of a good shepherd. Joel P. Kramer produced a 30-minute video from his years of filming sheep and shepherds in Israel. This stirring video will bring the words of Jesus and David found in John 10 and Psalm 23 alive. On my grandfather’s headstone is a quote from Psalm 23:1, “The LORD is my shepherd.” That quote has always given me comfort. So, I found this video by Joel […]
Leaders who see the Glory of Jesus
(Copyright 2022) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) The true church can be built only by those who, like Jesus, are willing to give up everything for it. “Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her” (Eph.5:25). Everyone who wants to build the church today must pay the same price – the total sacrifice of one’s self-life every day. There is no easier way to build the Body of Christ. We see this principle from the beginning of man’s history. “God was thereby showing that His house can be built only by people who have this spirit of total sacrifice. They alone will build […]
Was Jesus Created?
(Copyright) by BibleStudy.org (Farmington, Michigan) Was Jesus Christ created by God the Father? Did the Lord have a beginning just like all the angels? On the other hand, has he always existed as a member of the Godhead? How is Jesus the firstborn among many brethren? Some believers think that Jesus, the Word of God, was created by the Father somewhere in the eternal past. One of the proof texts used to support this theory that Christ was made (and therefore did not always exist like the Father) is in Revelation 3. Revelation 3:14 states “These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the […]
America’s Founding Prayer was Offered in the Name of Jesus
(Copyright) by Eddie Hyatt (Grapevine, Texas) The First Continental Congress opened with Bible reading and prayer on September 5, 1774, at Carpenter’s Hall in Philadelphia, PA. Fifty-six Delegates were present from all 13 colonies except Georgia. Among those present were George Washington and Patrick Henry from Virginia and Samuel Adams and John Adams from Massachusetts. They met to discuss how to deal with Britain’s oppressive actions toward the colonies. Beginning with the Stamp Act of 1765, relations between the colonists and Great Britain had steadily deteriorated as King George continued to pile on tyrannical taxes and regulations about which they had […]
The Financial Policy of Jesus and The Apostles
(Copyright) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) Jesus has given us an example in money-matters that all who serve Him, and all churches must follow. When Jesus worked as a carpenter, up to the age of 30, He earned His living – honestly, without ever cheating anyone and without ever getting into debt. “Every servant of the Lord must ensure that he manifests the attitude of Christ in relation to money.” Thereafter, He was in full-time ministry for the next 3½ years. During this period, He had some strict principles in financial matters. His apostles followed those principles exactly and rigidly. The church is […]
Make Jesus Lord of All
(Copyright) by Zac Poonen (Bangalore, India) Paul says in 2 Corinthians 2:14, “Thanks be to God Who leads us always in His triumph”. The Living Bible paraphrases that as, “Thanks be to God! For through what Christ has done, He has triumphed over us”. So, God must triumph over us in every area of our lives, for us to live in triumph. One day every knee will bow and acknowledge that Jesus is Lord (Phil.2:10, 11). But right now, the knee of every desire within your flesh must bow and acknowledge that Jesus is Lord. Those lusts that rule you must […]
When Was Jesus Born?
(Copyright) by John O. Reid (Bolivar, Missouri) We are approaching the time of the year when the world celebrates the supposed birth of Jesus Christ. The jingles on the radio and television invade our sanity earlier every year, and the decorations now go up before Halloween! Anywhere we go, Christmas “cheer” is inescapable. For most of us, this is a season we struggle through, wishing it would rush by and be over. Yet it is also a season that requires us to be on our guard. Since we in the church of God do not celebrate Christmas, we often stick out in a crowd. Such a difference piques the […]
False Doctrines – “Vain” Worship: Does Jesus Christ Really Know You?
by Richard Frates (Easley, South Carolina) Did Gentile believers in the early Christian church, at the time of the apostles, worship on Sunday or observe Christmas and Easter? Scripture demonstrates that Gentile believers observed the same scriptural doctrines as the Jewish believers. Paul taught Gentiles: “Follow my example as I follow the example of Christ” and he praised them for “holding to the teachings” 1 Corinthians 11:1-2. Christian churches today, are foreign to Jesus Christ and the early church. I fear that Matthew 7:21-23 will apply to most of them on the Day of Judgment, “I never knew you: depart […]
Jesus Our Passover
Dwight Fleming (Oroville, California) The Crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth marked a turning point in the history of the Jewish people and led to the birth of the church of God forming the spiritual body of Christ. Concerning the death of Jesus, the Lamb of God, the apostle Paul states, “For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us” (I Corinthians 5:7). The term “passover” refers back to the Israelites’ sojourn in Egypt when God commanded them to slay a lamb then put its blood upon the lintel and doorposts of their dwellings. The lamb’s blood would cause the destroyer to […]
Jesus Paid it All
Sent by Robert Chisolm (Email) After living what I felt was a ‘decent’ life, my time on earth came to an end.The first thing I remember is sitting on a bench in the waiting Roomof what I thought to be a court house. The doors opened and I was instructed to come in and have a seat by the defense table. As I looked around I saw the ‘prosecutor.’ He was a villainous looking gent who snarled as he stared at me. He definitely was the most evil person I have ever seen. I sat down and looked to my […]
Who was Jesus Christ?
by Keith Slough (Kannapolis, North Carolina) The world does not understand. The billions of Earth’s population have not heard. Even many Americans simply don’t know the truth about who Jesus of Nazareth really was. Surprisingly, even some church goers do not know the true identity of Jesus of Nazareth. While most professing Christians do understand that Jesus is the promised Messiah whom we read about in the Old Testament (such as Daniel 9), there are those who cannot identify who Jesus actually was! It’s time you knew. More than One Person in the GodheadWe are told in the inspired scriptures of the New […]