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Christina Rossetti wrote poems, hymns, and plays informed by her deep and countercultural faith. So where can we learn more about her work? 

The Christians of this city had permitted wealth to dull them spiritually; they became prideful and independent. In fact, they behaved as though they did not need God. The land provided for them; they had enough water.

Although some think that the Man of Lawlessness may represent a corrupt system or governing body, the title suggests that this advocate of religious insurrection will indeed arise in the form of a solitary being — not a demon or an angel, but a...

Holy Week is observed every year by Christians around the world. From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, believers can take time to remember the events leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection.

It helps to remember we are being asked not to give thanks “for everything” but “in everything.” This is an important distinction. It is important to have a grateful and positive heart that thanks God for life or other blessings in spite of our...

Tharbis isn't exactly a Biblical character, but she poses an important question to Bible readers: how many times did Moses get married?

Learn about the life of Amos, the prophet and shepherd in the Bible, and the wisdom he delivered to Israel that we can learn from today.

Yom Kippur is one the highlights of the Jewish religious calendar, and has something crucial to teach Christians as well as Jews.

The kenosis theory states Christ gave up some of His divine attributes—such as omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence—during His incarnation as a man.

You may have heard people ask, “Do Mormons call themselves Christians?” or the follow-up question, “Do Mormons celebrate Easter and other Christian holidays?” We need to look at Mormon history and the debates about Mormon teachings to fully answer...

Myths of goddesses are so popular today because they empower women, remind women to be brave, and they go against the patriarchy. However, women can be reminded of their great worth in Christ and their ability to do all things through Christ.

Ignatius of Loyola was not only an important medieval Christian thinker, but he founded a religious order that continues to the present. What do we know about this man's spiritual journey?

Judaism began with the Covenant between God and Abraham. The Abrahamic Covenant is considered the root of Judaism because, by this covenant, God deliberately set himself and his people apart from other nations around them.

When we consistently interpret the Bible plainly or “literally,” we avoid unneeded confusion. Also, we submit ourselves to God’s Word, seeking to understand what He has said instead of searching for hidden, subjective meanings or pushing our...

We fellowship with God regardless of how we feel through prayer, reading the Word, worship, and fellowshipping with fellow believers. We can draw near to God because of Christ, and we thank God He has provided the instruction on how to do so...

The intent of the Seder is that every person would feel as if they were escaping from Egypt themselves. It begins with the story of the patriarchs — Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob — and recounts the Hebrew descent into Egypt, recalling their suffering...

The Lord is not literally a mother or a father but embodies the best characteristics of both, plus more, because the best qualities of mothers and fathers are reflections of the greater, more glorious features of Almighty God.

If you lost someone on 9/11 or you feel deep sadness over the events, a great thing you can do is to offer up a few prayers for America this year on the anniversary of 9/11. Here are five prayers for America on 9/11.

Several types of angels exist, as mentioned in Scripture. There does seem to be some sort of ranking since Michael is listed as one of many chief princes. However, regarding specific hierarchies and choirs, such detailed delineations are part of...

What does iconography mean and why have Christians argued about whether to use it for centuries?