No Neutrality
Pilate could wash his hands, but he could not wash Jesus’ blood off his conscience.
We cannot be neutral about Christ. We are either for or against Him. There...
Our Court-Appointed Attorney
He Is the Propitiation for Our Sins.
Jesus mediates, presenting His atonement for us.
Lawyers in court frequently deny allegations brought against their clients. If they admit the charge, then they try to justify it....
Paternity Determined in Bethlehem Case
Where paternity of a child is in question, a court determines paternity based initially upon sworn statements and then upon testimony or other evidence.
In the Bethlehem Case, the Father finally came forward. A definitive...
The Paradox of the Cross
The cross of Christ is the greatest of all paradoxes. It was the most tragic event in the history of the world, yet the most wonderful thing that ever happened. It was the saddest...
An Unwanted Mansion
The state of Idaho has discovered that it is easier to take a mansion than it is to give it back, reports John Miller.
The hilltop mansion was built by J. R. Simplot, potato magnate...
Born in the House of Bread
Christ was born in Bethlehem. The literal meaning for the name Bethlehem is "The House of Bread."
Jesus was not born in the house of royalty, or the house of riches, or the house of...
What Jesus Said About Divorce
While He made an exception for the injured person to remarry when a spouse cheats (Matthew 19:9), Jesus gave four reasons divorce was never God’s plan.
God Always has an Answer
It is easy to get discouraged when things go wrong, but we must not lose heart.
God is at work in the world, even in the midst of pain and trial. The next time your...
Jesus’ Greatness
Men who stood nearest to Jesus were swayed by His personality. He was “full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). He had a charm about Him which wooed and fascinated.
Children liked Him; publicans hung...
Was Jesus born in a house, as Matthew says, or in a stable, as...
Critics of the historical accuracy of the Bible often find what they believe are contradictions among the writers of the gospel accounts because there are differences. Remember however, that a difference is not necessarily...