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7 Symbols of Holy Week Explained in the Scripture

Here are seven symbols of Holy Week explained in the Scripture.

7 Symbols of Holy Week Explained in the Scripture

7 Historical Things to Know About the Last Supper

This Easter, let’s take a few moments to explore some of this complexity with seven historical things to know about the Last Supper.

7 Historical Things to Know About the Last Supper

What Does ‘Worthy Is the Lamb’ Mean at Easter?

To say Jesus is worthy is no light matter. It is to say we owe Him our total loyalty, come what may. To say or sing “Worthy is the Lamb” is a...

What Does ‘Worthy Is the Lamb’ Mean at Easter?

Did Jesus Actually Descend into Hell When He Died?

Though He descended into hell for three days before being resurrected to heaven, Jesus did so for us, so that rituals or sanctioned priesthood...

Did Jesus Actually Descend into Hell When He Died?

Where Did Jesus Die?

Some call it “the place of the skull,” others “Calvary,” and others “Golgotha.” Where did Jesus die? You may be able to visit this very same place...

Where Did Jesus Die?

Where in the Bible is Jesus' Prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane?

Each gospel gives us a slightly different angle on Jesus' prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. Looking at what each gospel says and what Jesus said...

Where in the Bible is Jesus' Prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane?

15 Easter Hymns To Praise Jesus’ Victory Over Sin

Here are 15 hymns to help us praise Jesus’ victory over sin on Easter morning. I pray the variety of these Easter hymns will help you praise...

15 Easter Hymns To Praise Jesus’ Victory Over Sin

A 7-Day Holy Week Devotional with Scripture Readings and Prayer

Find a devotional reading with related scriptures and prayers for each day of Holy Week. May these devotions to God guide your mind and heart in...

A 7-Day Holy Week Devotional with Scripture Readings and Prayer

15 All-Time Best Easter Movies to Watch With Your Family

While not the most expansive of holidays, Easter still has several terrific films to its name. Here are the top 10 movies for Christians to watch...

15 All-Time Best Easter Movies to Watch With Your Family

How Old Was Jesus When He Died? What Do We Know About His Real Age at Death?

Have you ever asked how old was Jesus when he died? The answers scholars give may not be what you expect, but is fairly clear.

How Old Was Jesus When He Died? What Do We Know About His Real Age at Death?

30 Easter Greetings and Religious Messages to Share with Family and Friends

Before, during, and after Easter, let us speak with Easter greetings that will share His love and glory to all.

30 Easter Greetings and Religious Messages to Share with Family and Friends

Where Was Jesus Buried and Why is His Tomb so Crucial to Christianity?

Jesus' tomb shows us that he resurrected. Because Jesus no longer lies in the tomb, we have a hope that is foundational to our beliefs. Because...

Where Was Jesus Buried and Why is His Tomb so Crucial to Christianity?

What Is the Difference between Easter and Ishtar?

Ishtar, otherwise known as Asherah in the Bible, plays a huge role in pagan pantheons and also ends up swaying Israel to follow after pagan...

What Is the Difference between Easter and Ishtar?

Why Was Jesus Crucified?

God, who is good, had a plan to save an otherwise lost people through Jesus, and Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection are all a part of that plan...

Why Was Jesus Crucified?

How The Symbolism of the Passover Seder Meal Can Enrich Your Easter Celebration

Passover is a week-long, spring festival that happens in the Hebrew month of Nissan, which is March or April on our calendar. The highlight of...

How The Symbolism of the Passover Seder Meal Can Enrich Your Easter Celebration