Some have claimed that the teachings of Jesus are impossible to apply because they contrast so sharply with normal human behavior. But we can’t achieve our highest potential without practicing them.
Dealing harshly or vengefully with those who harm us or disagree with us is human. It isn’t how Jesus, “the Man from Galilee,” taught His listeners to react.
Insight Video: The Trinity dogma is described as “the central doctrine of the Christian religion” yet “enveloped . . . by a kind of darkness.” How can that be?
Insight Video: In 2016 Easter took place a month out of sync with the Jewish observance of Passover. Yet according to the New Testament, Jesus was crucified at the same time the priests would have been killing the Passover lambs.
The proclamation of “peace on earth and goodwill to all” is popular at Christmas time. In a world torn by war, crime and greed, where is the peace and goodwill?
Insight Video: Most professing Christians celebrate Easter as one of the two holiest days of the year. Yet neither the apostles nor the early Church observed it. How can that be?
Throughout much of Christendom, the enduring image of the Old Testament God is of an angry, vengeful being. But the Bible itself paints a very different picture.
The Gospel of John is replete with the discussion of truth, including the scenario of Jesus on trial before Pilate who asked Him: “What is truth?” (John 18:38).