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Mary was a Hebrew maiden who was chosen to be the mother of Jesus Christ. Her miraculous conception was prophesied in the O.T. (Isa. 7:14). Mary was certainly worthy of honor as a godly Jewish woman (see Mt. 1:16ff; Lk. 1:27ff; Jn. 19:25ff), but the cult-like superstition that has evolved regardi...
Matthew records eleven arguments establishing the virgin birth of Christ — an important doctrine related to Jesus’ divine nature.
A new generation has steadily accepted a deadly plague that has descended on this age.
Why does the Catholic Church place such great emphasis upon Mary, the mother of Christ? Is this proper?
The recent discovery of an ossuary (bone box) in Jerusalem that contained the phrase “James, son of Joseph, brother of Jesus” has rekindled the controversy as to whether Mary had children other than Jesus. Catholicism claims she did not. What does the actual evidence reveal?
The pagan myth charge, often applied to the birth of Christ, is frequently made by the uninformed. Here is a classic example: “The idea of a supernatural or virgin birth is pagan, and it must have found its way into the story of Jesus through Gentile-Christian channels (Bundy, p. 11).” The truth ...
Does the biblical evidence support John D. Crossan’s claims that Jesus was not virginally conceived?
Is there any evidence that Jesus really was the Son of God?
In addition to being the Son of God, Jesus of Nazareth had a human family. A consideration of family details is a thrilling and rewarding investigation.
What did Mary meditate on during communion?
A discussion of Hebrews 5:8-9.
Does God work in our lives today?
Parents need to reflect upon the example left by young Jesus, and direct their own offspring in a similar course of living.
The Holy Spirit was an active participant in the ministry of Christ.
Mel Gibson’s motion picture, “The Passion of the Christ,” has ignited a storm of controversy, once again raising the question, “Who was responsible for the death of Jesus of Nazareth?” This week’s Penpoints explores this “hot” topic.
What the Bible doesn’t tell us is an indication of its supernatural origin.