March, 2011
Alternative Theories for Jesus’ Resurrection
Alternative Theories for Jesus’ Resurrection
Let’s briefly consider several alternative theories to explain the gospel story of the Resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. Sources consulted include “Jesus, The Final Days” by Craig A. Evans and N.T. Wright. Also, the William…
March 29, 2011|A Moment with the Bible
Jewish Burial Practices
Jewish Burial Practices
In order to verify what Matthew says about Jesus’ burial and resurrection, it is vital to understand how the Jews typically handled burying their dead. My resource for this article is “Jesus, The Final Days” by Biblical…
March 23, 2011|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 27:57-66
Matthew 27:57-66
Did the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth actually happen? Let’s consider some of the evidence.
The Romans were adept at killing people. When the apostle Paul wrote in Romans 13:4 that governments partly exist to “carry out God’s…
March 15, 2011|A Moment with the Bible
Matthew 27:45-56
Matthew 27:45-56
The death of the Son of God was the cause of many dramatic events. Israel was shaken by earthquakes, godly people were raised from the dead, the temple curtain separating the “holy place” from the “most holy place”…
March 8, 2011|A Moment with the Bible