This blog was originally posted in March, 2016. —ed. Imagine walking several grueling miles through rough, dry terrain to listen to an outcast from society proclaim a countercultural message that assaulted all your religious beliefs and practices. Not many of us would sign up for such a journey, or sit patiently through such a confronting
This blog was originally posted in March, 2016. —ed. After recounting John’s incredible birth, the biblical record quickly moves forward to the beginnings of his ministry. He lived much of his life in the obscurity of the Judean desert before the word of God came to him initiating his prophetic ministry when he was about
This blog was originally posted in March, 2016. —ed. What does God mean when He designates someone asgreat? In popular culture, greatness is usually defined in terms of privilege, accomplishment, money, and power leading to some means of fame. A truer view of greatness, albeit less popular, centers on someone’s lasting significance for providing far-reaching
Opening in nearly 2,100 theaters nationwide over the weekend, Episodes 1 and 2 from Season 3 of The Chosen far exceeded early projections, bringing in a whopping $8.75 million in its first three days of release. The video series from Angel Studios was originally scheduled to have a limited five day run in theaters, but due to its robust opening weekend has been extended through December 1st.
On a recent set visit to Texas where The Chosen is filmed, Crossmap sat down with show screenwriters Ryan Swanson and Tyler Thompson to discuss how they balance being true to Scripture with taking creative license, what their writing process looks like, and why this particular program has caught on and become a global phenomenon.
What should we do? John’s was the kind of calling I feared as a new Christian; the fear that kept me from inviting Jesus completely into my heart and soul.
Bible Study: Matthew 14 By Babatope Babalobi babalobi@yahoo.com +234 80 35 897435 Save the World Christian ministry Join Telegram prayer group Subscribe to YouTube channel Commentary: Death of J…
John the Baptist said that Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit and fire. How are you going to survive the judgment of eternal fire?
Modern man has grown soft. It happened long before the internet. But being able to click a few buttons on a smartphone and have food show up minutes later hasn’t helped. Many problems we struggle with today, including body image issues, are a symptom of the relative ease with which we live. Because most people …
(For an audio version of this reflection, click here) The Gospel of today’s 2nd Sunday of Advent is the opening of the gospel according to Mark: “The beginning of the Good News (euangeli…
When John, who was in prison heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples to ask Him, “Are You the One who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” Mathew 11:2-3 This is an ast…
Sometimes we don’t understand why God has allowed some things in our life. As we face all of the hard places we might just need to get on our knees and repent.
Alternate Title: Why Did We Hear from John the Baptist Before We Heard from Jesus? As I enjoyed Thanksgiving, I looked forward …
We are bombarded daily with bad news, not to mention, especially today, fake news. The past week was particularly bad: The crackdown on leaders of people’s organizations and cause-oriented groups, …
Were you ever the new kid in your community or neighbourhood? Did you have a friend who knew so much about you that was positive, that they spoke highly of you to others? John the Baptist had some …
Jag har lyssnat på några gamla föredrag av Seth Erlandsson (bibelforskare, författare och föreläsare) angående Bibelns tillkommelse, och de var mycket lärorika (önskar jag kom ihåg allt). Däremot …
Ty han skall bli stor inför Herren. Vin och starka drycker skall han inte dricka, och redan i moderlivet skall han bli uppfylld av den helige Ande – Lukas 1:15 Ovan vers innehåller ingen info…
Ordet Döpa och Dop kommer från det grekiska ordet baptizó (Strongs 907) som förutom Döpa kan betyda doppa eller nedsänka. Det kan också betyda en ceremoniell rening genom att begravas just i vatten…
Welcome to Real Life . John the Baptist is an odd character. He ministers in the desert wilderness. His garments are woven of coarse camel…