Genesis three is often referred to as the story of the fall. When you read the chapter, however, the fall happened within a short time—verses 1-6. It is more correct to say that Genesis three is the story of salvation from the fall. In order to save Adam and his wife from the fall into [...]
Photo credit: Alex Haney on Uusplash Some of the first words that Jesus spoke to Peter after the resurrection were “come and dine” (John 21:12). In recording this incident of the appearance of Jesus after the resurrection, John makes the point that Jesus “revealed himself in this way” (John 21:1). In other words, [...]
The film industry is regulated by certain government guidelines. Movies are categorized by a series of ratings indicating what different governing bodies feel are appropriate for certain audiences, usually according to age. In Canada each province operates independently but the rating system is similar to other countries. In America the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) [...]
Have you ever noticed how often the word blood is found in the Bible? In the Old Testament there’s blood everywhere: in basins, on doorposts, sprinkled in the tabernacle (Leviticus 4:6), and around the tabernacle (later the temple). There’s blood sprinkled on the people (Exodus 24:6, 8), blood flowing in the streets (1 Kings 8:5), [...]