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Did The Wise Men (Magi) Arrive 12 Days After Jesus’ Birth? Or Was It Much Later?

The popular Christmas song, “The 12 Days of Christmas” celebrates the days from Jesus’ birth until the Wise Men arrived. But did the Wise Men arrive 12 days after Christmas?

After 2020, How Should I Begin 2021?

How you begin 2021 will affect how you live all year. Learn from 2020 and look forward. It’s really quite simple to have a blessed year.

In Case You Missed It: Top Ten “Got Questions?” from 2020

In 2020, COVID changed a lot of things. But people still searched the Scriptures to learn God’s truths. Check out our top ten Got Questions from 2020.

Was Mary a Levite, making Jesus both King and Priest?

The Bible clearly tells us that Mary is the cousin of Elizabeth who was a Levite. Does that mean Mary was a Levite?

Should I Say “Happy Holidays” Instead of “Merry Christmas?”

There was a time when most Americans wished people “Merry Christmas” throughout the month of December. But today, many say “Happy Holidays”

What is the Prophetic Symbolism of Advent Candles?

The purpose is simple– to prepare our hearts for Christmas. The prophetic symbolism is interesting and might surprise you.

What are the Events of Jesus’ Birth? Timeline and Chronology

There is a lot of information in the Bible about the events of Jesus’ birth. So what’s the timeline and chronology of events?

How to Celebrate a COVID-Year Thanksgiving with Social Distancing?

2020’s COVID-Year Thanksgiving will be very different. How are we able to celebrate with social distancing?

How Does John’s Gospel Use Sevens to Reveal Jesus?

Sevens run throughout John’s gospel to reveal deeper things about Jesus and to reveal the fingerprint of the Holy Spirit on Scripture.

How Do We Rejoice in Suffering (Trials and Tribulation)?

Is it really possible to rejoice in suffering? How can we suffer well? The Bible has answers, but how should we understand them?

What Is All Soul’s Day? (November 2nd)

Many know that November 1st, the day after Halloween, is recognized by some churches as All Saints Day. But what is All Soul’s Day?

Do Presidents Pray?

Do Presidents pray? The words of our first three presidents reveal that they understood their need for God. They prayed!

How Can We Save Our Country?

Our country is making laws that are in direct opposition to God’s truths in the Bible. What does this mean for our country?

What are the Three Reformation Hymns of Martin Luther?

Most Christians know Martin Luther was a great theologian and he started the Reformation. But few know that he was the writer of many hymns.

What Did President Reagan Say About Racism and Marxism?

What did President Reagan say about racism and Marxism? What vow did he confidently make on behalf of our nation? Watch now!

Did Jesus Heal 1 or 2 Demoniacs? Does Matthew Contradict Mark & Luke?

Were there one or two demoniacs that Jesus healed? Does Matthew 8 (two demoniacs) contradict Mark 5 and Luke 8 (only one demoniac)?

Does 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 Suggest a Mid-Trib Rapture?

There’s a verse in 2 Thessalonians that has caused confusion about the time of the Rapture. We explain how to understand this verse.

What is the Difference Between an Apostle and a Disciple?

How does an apostle differ from a disciple? What does the Bible say? Are there apostles today? How should we understand our work for Jesus?

What are the Roads to Salvation? Romans Road, John Road, Revelation Road?

The Romans Road, the John Road, and the Revelation Road are “paths” of Bible verses that tell the way to become a new creation in Jesus Christ.

Did Jesus Really Mean “Be Perfect?” (Matthew 5:48)

Matt 5:48 tells us to be perfect- as perfect as God is. Did Jesus really mean that? It sounds like an impossible command. We just can’t do it.

Has Anyone Ever Taken Your Place? An Amazing Account + A 9/11 Tribute

There’s a 9/11 story that most have never heard. It’s a story of one who lives because another took his place. It’s a story of faith and hope. Watch now.