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The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18:9-14 highlights the difference between the self-righteous and those who rely on Christ's righteousness alone.

For many Christians, the bible is a handbook of rules and regulations for how to live and act, but what happens when those rules get in the way of the gospel?

A close reading of Jesus' parable of the lost sheep sheds light not only on the work He did while He was on earth, but on the mission He calls believers to embrace.

Before he was the leading apostle of Christianity, Saul of Tarsus was Christianity's leading nightmare. Who was Saul of Tarsus? And why did he convert to Christianity?

John's account of Jesus healing the blind man offers a closer look at several cases of spiritual blindness, cautioning readers not to miss the chance to help others.

The Dead Sea Scrolls found at the Qumran Caves present a wealth of information and a special insight into the formative years of Christianity and Rabbinic Judaism.

Is it wrong to judge others? Jesus' response to Jewish leaders, who brought a woman to him for judgment, seems to indicate that it is - until the facts are examined.

Chanukah, also spelled Hanukah or Hanukkah, is the Jewish festival of rededication and is considered a celebration of religious freedom.

Christians believe God created people and knows how each one of them thinks and feels, what they say and do.They believe God loves each person unconditionally.

King Herod had all Bethlehem boys under 2 murdered in an attempt to kill the new King of the Jews, but the Holy Family has fled to Egypt.

It's easy to learn CCD lessons when you're playing games.

A project is underway among conservative creationists to remove what they believe to be liberal bias from Christianity's holy text.

Figuring out if the Gospel of Thomas should be included with the Gospels of the Christian Bible.

Portia's "quality of mercy" speech from The Merchant of Venice is a brilliant example of rhetoric, but has troubling overtones of contemporary antisemitism

Jesus needed no divine knowledge to realize his end would be the cross. He was threatened from the start, and he knew his disturbance in the temple would seal his fate.

The apostle Paul went from persecuting Christians to being Christianity's most influential evangelist. The book of Acts tells the story of this dedicated servant of God.

Matzo has historical, religious, and cultural importance to the Jewish people. Fried matzo, a traditional recipe, is a delicious meal to be tried by all.

Think of New Year's resolutions as the opening act for a year of renewal. Resolutions are promises of what will be done; Lent is a time to resolve what will not be done.

Unless you are familiar with a Hebraic mindset, the term 'I AM' may appear a little confusing. 'I AM' is how God described Himself to Moses and Jesus to His followers.

Looking for free sermon outlines? Here is a free Baptist sermon outline on prayer. This sermon reveals the key to effective prayer.

The Lost Books of the Bible and the Forgotten Books of Eden are an unusual collection of non-canonical texts written regarding Biblical times.

Dante´s "Inferno" (Penguin Classics, 1984, ISBN: 0140444416) has survived more than 700 years, and has become a classic.

For serious researchers of Biblical history, early Jewish history and life in Roman Judea, between 200 BCE and 75 CE, the works of Flavius Josephus are an essential tool.

Brief biography of English author John Galsworthy, 1932 Nobel Laureate in Literature, a long-time friend of Joseph Conrad.

The Bible provides a roadmap to recovery that can help those whose spouses have cheated.

The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is the most famous execution in all of history. What do we know about Jesus' crucifixion? This article explores the death of Jesus.

The first of the New Testament gospels, Matthew attempts to show the Jews how Jesus of Nazareth fulfilled Old Testament prophecies and was their long-awaited Messiah.

Rocks or stones are mentioned throughout the Bible and they reveal aspects of God's character.

The practice of fasting often enhances a person's ability to reach a new level of spirituality, to gain the ear of God or to bond with like-minded believers.

An devotion offers scripture reading, reflection, activity, and prayer on John 1:1-5 to celebrate Advent and God's light in the world.

A summary of the events of the first Easter and how and when Christians celebrate them, up to Good Friday

Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus, the Christ. The week leading up to the early morning resurrection Sunday is referred to as Holy Week.

As present day representatives of Jesus, are Christians forgetting who he is, how he treated others and how deeply he devoted himself to those in need?

Jesus acknowledged the importance of the Ten Commandments but taught that God's people must look for righteousness in their hearts, not in strict observance of the law.

In the world of axioms and idioms, those of a Shakespearean origin are rivaled in number perhaps only by those whose beginning can be found in the Bible.

The early Christian church faced many internal and external struggles in the first centuries of the Roman Empire but ultimately prevailed as a powerful institution.

The story of the Woman Caught in Adultery in John 7:53 was not originally part of John's Gospel. It was a story passed on orally and eventually inserted in John's Gospel.

Forgiveness is important for healing. Bible verses on forgiveness show it is also a sign of real love. Not surprisingly, Scripture has much to say on forgiveness.

For many, the "born again" experience is a specific moment in time. For others, however, it's an ongoing way of life rather than a singular event.