Easter Hope
What's your favorite part of the Easter story this year? I have a few. The ripped veil giving us access to God. The loving words of Jesus o...
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Mary Magdalene
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Emily van Rijn
Greg Laurie
The Silence of Saturday (by Cathe Laurie)
By Cathe Laurie - In this difficult time in the silence of Holy Saturday, rest in the Lord and His promises. Your Easter morning is coming.
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Hannah
Why was Mary chosen to be mother of Jesus
Mary, the mother of Jesus, is one of the most prominent figures in Christianity. We celebrate her role as a mother, disciple, and intercessor in countless prayers, hymns, and devotions. Despite her importance, there is little explanation for why did God choose Mary to be the mother of Jesus. Why did God choose her among
7 min readMary Armand
The Story of Mary Magdalene: 4 Inspiring Lessons
The story of Mary Magdalene in the Bible is rich, and full of drama and redemption. Read her inspiring story and Bible verses about her life.
9 min readSue Nelson
Mary Magdalene in the Bible: The Surprising Truths About this Prominent Biblical Woman
There are numerous Marys in the New Testament, and there has been much confusion about them. However, Mary Magdalene is probably the one that confuses most of us. Her role and her relationship with Jesus are among the most significant misunderstandings. Starting with Magdalene. That is not her last name but her hometown, Magdala, a
9 min readChris Carpenter
'The Chosen' on Verge of Becoming Phenomenon with Release of Season 3
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.
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Great Writing a Secret Ingredient to 'The Chosen's' Success
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.
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Mary Magdalene in the Bible: The Surprising Truths About this Prominent Biblical Woman
There are numerous Marys in the New Testament, and there has been much confusion about them. However, Mary Magdalene is probably the one that confuses most of us. Her role and her relationship with Jesus are among the most significant misunderstandings.
8 min readThe Hallelujah House
Mary of Bethany, Mary Magdalene, and the Repentant Anointer – The Hallelujah House
Come on by the House where we dissect three women of the Bible and their stories, Mary of Bethany, Mary Magdalene, and the Repentant Anointer.
2 min readAllen Browne
Guarding the dead (Matthew 27:55–66)
Burial is a sign of respect. Even today in the Middle East, there’s an urgency to burying someone, not leaving them unburied (Deuteronomy 21:23). As Jesus was crucified on Friday of Passover week, …
5 min readBabatope Babalobi
Was Mary Magdalene the girlfriend of Jesus?
Jesus saved the women who was caught in the very act of adultery from being stoned, touched the woman with infirmity and discussed freely with the Samaritan woman at the well even though cultural p…
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