Say What?

A statement by Jesus that seems a bit strange Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces. Matthew 7:6 In the first part of

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Jesus’ Siblings

A closer look at the literal family of Christ Someone told him (Jesus), “Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to you.” Matthew 12:47 Let’s begin with an obvious statement: Joseph was not Jesus’ father. Matthew Chapter 1 tells us the genealogy of Jesus

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The Three Gifts

Why did the Magi bring their particular gifts? On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Matthew 2:11 The Magi

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An Axehead Floats

What is the meaning of this story? As one of them was cutting down a tree, the iron axhead fell into the water. “Oh no, my lord!” he cried out. “It was borrowed!” 2 Kings 6:5 During the days of Elijah and Elisha, the Hebrew prophets lived

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Heavenly Beings

What/who are the Cherubim and Seraphim? Above him (the Lord) were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. Isaiah 6:2 Each (cherubim) had four faces and four wings, and under

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Sticks and Stones

What does casting lots mean? Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles. Acts 1:26 In Hebrew culture, God’s people used “lots” to determine His will in a particular matter. Other ancient cultures did this as well.

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Stones on the Chest

The 12 stones that adorned the breastpiece Whenever Aaron enters the Holy Place, he will bear the names of the sons of Israel over his heart on the breastpiece of decision as a continuing memorial before the Lord. Exodus 28:29 Ever since I was a kid, I

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