“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Jesus in  — John 15:13

An elderly priest and his wife quietly served the Lord. Zechariah, , ministered in the temple; Elizabeth, was righteous before God, “walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.” Yet they had no child, and their prayers for one had long since faded into habit. As the people prayed outside, the angel Gabriel appeared bbeside the altar and announced the impossible: “Thy wife Elizabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John.”

My idea of a saint was old Mrs Walko, who cleaned the church every week and slipped me a quarter after Sunday night service. Or Sister Charlotte, a Polish lady who spoke little English and littel at all but when the Spirit moved her would cry ogut, "Hallelujah! Hallelujah!! HALLELUJAH!!" at the top of her voice. Then there was Brother George Holadnak who made BRRRRinngg sounds like an airplane and later dropped $5000 in the collection plate.

On the morning of October 31, 1517, a monk named Martin Luther walked to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg with a hammer in his hand and a conscience on fire. He did not go there to make a spectacle; he went because the Word of God had found him and would not let him be silent.

What’s Halloween? All Hallows Eve is about mocking death and proclaiming our victory in Christ over death, hell, and the forces of darkness

Pentecostal history is a growing movement, especially in Latin America and Africa: there may be over 500 million Pentecostals worldwide.

Much of today’s debate about Christian nationalism assumes that democracy is the final moral order — that freedom and the vote are sacred. But the Bible tells a different story. God has never ruled by consensus. From the beginning, He has ruled by command. Before presidents or parliaments, there were kings — and before there were kings, there was God, the eternal Monarch of heaven and earth. Scripture, history, and reason all affirm that kingship is not man’s invention but G

Anglican Church History: Ancient origins from Joseph of Arimathea to Augustine of Canterbury through Thomas Cranmer to Queen Elizabeth II

They saw the God of Israel - That is, they had some glimpse of his glory, in light and fire, though they saw no manner of similitude. They saw the place where the God of Israel stood, ... They saw not so much as God's feet, but at the bottom of the brightness they saw a most rich and splendid pavement, as it had been of sapphires, azure, or sky - coloured. The heavens themselves are the pavement of God's palace, and his throne is above the firmament.- John Wesley (1703-1791)

Scripture is the basis of Christian theology, doctrine, and worship. All 66 books tell the story of Jesus, as Creator, Savior, and King.

In the world of English literature, few works hold the same enchantment as Edmund Spenser's (c1542-1599) The Faerie Queene. This epic poem consists of over 36,000 lines, making it one of the longest poems in English history. It serves as a rich narrative filled with knights, virtues, and intricate allegories. Comprising six books and utilizing the innovative Spenserian stanza, this poetic masterpiece explores moral archetypes and offers insights into the political dynamics o

As individuals continue to engage with his writings, they uncover not just an exploration of Christian teachings, but also a personal guide toward a meaningful and transformative spiritual experience. In echoing Thomas a Kempis's wisdom, one discovers a call to lead a life rich in prayer, love, and the imitation of Christ.

I met Calvin in French Literature class at Rutgers in 1966. It was a tough meeting; the Institutes is a challenging read, and I struggled. Later, I debated his TULIP views, believing I had some choice in the matter. Later still, I learned how Calvin loved the Bible, and saw it as the final authority on our salvation. Read today's blog and discover how to appreciate the Bible and Calvin's work in helping us understand it.

In the whirlwind of our daily lives, we often find ourselves at crossroads, desperately searching for direction and purpose. Like Jacob, we may feel lost at times, yearning to find our way back to God. In Genesis 35:1, God instructs Jacob to return to Bethel, marking the beginning of a journey characterized by faith and divine encounter. This biblical narrative offers profound insights and lessons that are still relevant in our lives today.

The Devil is a liar and tricks people into sin and Hell. ---He does this through Heresy, a lie about Christian doctrine. ---Gnosticism says Jesus is only a Spirit without a human body. ---The bible tells us how to know this is a lie. Every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: 1 John 4:3 *************************************************

25 Classic Works of Christian Literature: All at least 100 years old that have stood the test of time, written by Christians for us all.

Christian History shows how Jesus rules in the affairs of men. We see His love and faithfulness to faithful Christians for 2000 years!

Columba was born in County Donegal, Ireland about 30 years after Patrick had completed his missionary work.  He was of the Irish royalty with a chance of becoming “a high king of Ireland,” but he gave this up to serve the Lord first in his own country and later as a missionary to Scotland, then still pagan.  From conception, his life seems to have been blessed.  His mother saw an angel before Columba was born who told her the child she was carrying would be "remembered among

When Abraham* (1996-1821 BC) and Sarah* (1986-1859 BC) arrived, they replayed their trick of 24 years before when they went to Egypt:   And Abraham said of Sarah his wife, She is my sister: and Abimelech, king of Gerar, sent, and took Sarah. -Genesis 20:2

F.B. Meyer (1847-1929) is a great storyteller. I enjoyed reading this book immensely. He is also a great preacher, infusing the story of Abraham* (1996-1821) with lessons that make moral points. We will look at some of these today.