The concept of being “God-fearing” in Christian terminology How can one fear a god whose defining attribute is his ceaseless, unbounded love? How could fear possibly be a positive attribute? For some, the term “God-fearing” …
Introducing Baptists There are more than 100 million Baptists around the world. Baptists represent a distinct movement or set of denominations within the Christian faith. More than half of all Baptists live in the United …
The Catholic Church is one of the oldest and largest religious institutions in the world with members across diverse cultures and nations. Roman Catholicism is a denomination of the religion of Christianity. With a staggering …
Christian Nationalism is the fusion of religious beliefs with nationalist sentiments and intersectionality with right-wing movements. Such movements transgress the separation of church and state. Additionally, they promote a sense of exclusivity and entitlement for …
Hell has been a source of both intrigue and fear for believers and skeptics alike. The concept of hell is deeply entrenched in people’s collective consciousness. The seriousness of eternal life compels us to better …
The question of “Who is Jesus?” has echoed through history for over two millennia. It’s a query that transcends religious boundaries and philosophical debates. Regardless of one’s faith or beliefs, the name “Jesus” carries immense …
From the Sumerians and Mesopotamians to the Middle East, on to ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Europe, Africa, and India, and eventually the Americas, the concept of the evil eye refers to the belief that …
Sin is a complex concept in Christianity, and the definition of sin (including original sin) can differ widely. In Hebrew, “sin” translates to “chattâ’âh,” meaning “offense” and its penalty. As a Greek word, “hamartia” refers …
The word gospel simply means good news. The first four books of the Bible’s New Testament are the gospel accounts according to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark, and Luke …
The question of who God is may be one of the most difficult to answer. The reason for its complexity is not difficult to understand: No one has seen God. The Creator of the Universe …