Know Scripture/Know Mercy

Know Scripture/Know Mercy Part 1 Throughout Biblical history we see God extending His Mercy to all those who ask for it; those who did not repent and ask for His mercy were left to their own devices. In Genesis we see Adam and Eve disobeying God and when they are caught, what do they do:…

The Betrothal of Mary and Joseph Part 3

  Mary and Joseph To Bethlehem Part 3 Continuing with our post on Joseph and Mary we find them on their way to Bethlehem, let’s take a look at the last question of Part 2 Being that Jerusalem was just a short distance from Ain Karim, about 3 miles, do you think Mary and Joseph visited…

God Loves a Searching Heart

Almost every day in the news we  read or hear of ISIS destroying another ancient temple or monastery or ancient landmark.  We also read how evangelization in ISIS dominated countries is strictly forbidden under punishment of death.  Conversion to Christianity is punishable by death.  We also read of the horrors inflicted upon those who refuse…

The Betrothal of Mary and Joseph Part 2

If you are unfamiliar with the Jewish wedding ritual please view the PowerPoint on Betrothal in the Bible Study portion of this blog When did the Annunciation take place? Many biblical scholars believe that it took place about the 7th month of their betrothal. Why did not Mary ask for proof as Zachariah did? Mary believed…

The Betrothal of Mary and Joseph Part 1

(If you are unfamiliar with the Jewish wedding ritual please view the PowerPoint on Betrothal in the Bible Study portion of this blog) I had recently completed leading a Bible Study on Mary. I used Dr. Sri’s Bible study as a basis. The group was great and the questions flowed quite freely and caused much…