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Old Testament
The Old Testament is often referred to as the Hebrew bible and or the Tanakh, with some revisions to the original. As the original Hebrew began a translation the Eastern Orthodoxy refused the translation of the document and often refers to it as the Septuagint. The Old Testament is considered to have been compiled before … Continue reading
Birth of Jesus Christ
The birth of Jesus, son of Mary, occurred between 8 and 4 BC in Bethlehem. There is a certain discrepancy as to the exact year but this particular range is generally accepted by most. The name Jesus is from the Greek interpretation of the Hebrew name Joshua. Although some might indicate that the historical existence … Continue reading
Angels
In certain ways, Angels are considered the messengers of God. How they are depicted in this fashion tends to differ to a degree. Christianity follows that they are benevolent to man and available to enact punishment or favor depending upon Gods’ will. In either instance, Angels are around us to keep an eye on the … Continue reading
God Sends You Helpers
Most people barely recognize the fact that they are a part of God’s help to those in need. Everybody needs the help of God at one time or another. Christianity and religion are often associated with the outward signs of God’s help but, in reality, all of God’s children and creatures are placed on this … Continue reading
Religion Advice
Spiritual advice can come in many forms and from many different directions. Each form of advice will help you to build your inner self and your particular relationship with God and life. What religion you happen to follow, if you do follow a religion, doesn’t really matter as you seek advice. All that does matter … Continue reading
Religion
In the assigned context, using religion as a heading is but a choice. Generally this is because, although spirituality and religion appear to journey toward a common end; there are many thoughts, perceptions and practices that separate the two into two groups and then many differing groups to reach an end goal. An end-goal people … Continue reading
Christian Celebrations
Christian holidays have been in existence for millennia and were originally intended for the simple people who didn’t hold Christianity as close as they might. Easter and the Lords Day are the two biggest Christian holidays and are meant to be kept holy. Unfortunately, Pagans had other intentions and carried on with their celebrations in … Continue reading
Christianity Foundations
Upon the ascension of Jesus, the Apostles decided they would leave to all parts of the world to spread the gospel. Before they would leave, however, they would gather to decide upon what they were to teach. Even though they tried to arrive at common ideas and thoughts they generally ended up teaching a variety … Continue reading
Holy Spirit
Understanding the Holy Spirit in the technical Christianity sense needs a trip to the Christian biblical dictionary, while understanding the Holy Spirit in laypersons terms is a bit easier. For one particular dictionary definition (Christian answers.net), start with the Holy Trinity: There is one God; but he consists of three distinct persons, Father, Son and … Continue reading
God’s Message
Christianity is found in many forms and ways of life. It comes in the peace of understanding and wonder that is life and God. Its wonders come in the challenges that life offers and peoples ability to experience those wonders. Often people are blind to why and when these wonders happen. This is why a … Continue reading