As Americans celebrate Independence Day, we reflect on the freedoms that define our nation—particularly the right to worship ...

In the parable, Jesus taught that "the kingdom of Heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise.

Gently but firmly correcting their perception of “success,” Jesus invites them to remember what is truly important.

As Christians we are saved (i.e. prepared for heaven) through faith by grace - the free gift of God's life earned by Jesus Christ on the wood of the Cross (Eph 2:8-10; Acts 15:11).

Jesus came to Galilee as a preacher, heralding the good news that God’s kingdom had come to men in the person of the servant of God ...

Jesus is the Word because through him all things are made,” says Jonathan, 8. “What he said became. Through the words of ...

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The keys of the kingdom of heaven. ... “Because Peter has the keys, you are looking at hope, there’s forgiveness of sins, and I can be united with Jesus Christ in eternal life. ...

Palm Sunday, the first celebration observed during Holy Week, honors Jesus Christ's last days on earth. Here's what to know about it.