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As Christians present the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection to those to whom they are witnessing, we often wonder why people can’t see how strong this evidence is. Many other explanations have been offered by skeptics for the empty tomb, starting with the first excuse paid for by the elders: the disciples stole the body. BooksContinue reading “Day 308: Matthew 27-28”

One of the hardest situations to handle in life is when you are falsely accused of doing something. You know the accusation isn’t true, but there is no way for you to prove it to your accusers. They have it set in their minds that you are guilty, so no amount of evidence is goingContinue reading “Day 307: Matthew 25-26”

Given what is going on all around the world today, it’s understandable that many Christians are caught up in speculation about the return of Christ. Many are pointing to this event or that person and linking them with specific Biblical prophecies. There are certainly many things happening today that seem like they might be fulfillmentsContinue reading “Day 306: Matthew 23-24”

As Jesus approached the end of His earthly life, events began to unfold rapidly. Following His Triumphal Entry, the lines were clearly drawn between Jesus and His followers and those who opposed Him, particularly the religious leaders of Israel. They saw the threat posed by Jesus becoming more and more ominous, and feared for theContinue reading “Day 305: Matthew 21-22”

There may be no lesson harder for Christians to learn than forgiveness. We live in an unforgiving world, where people continue to blame others for any perceived slight. The rise of “cancel culture” comes from an unwillingness to forgive others when they insult you. Should actual damage occurs, physically, mentally, or emotionally the harshness ofContinue reading “Day 304: Matthew 18-20”

Many Christians follow teachings that say that Christians should not suffer, and that all of our problems, diseases, and struggles should be given to God for complete, positive resolutions. Illnesses will disappear if we only have faith they will be healed, finances will be granted if we make our need known to the Lord, andContinue reading “Day 303: Matthew 15-17”

Sometimes when we listen to someone tell a story, we struggle to get the point of what they are saying. We may understand the language they are speaking and the words they are using, but we cannot figure out the context from which they are coming. The story seems simple enough, and there is obviouslyContinue reading “Day 302: Matthew 13-14”

Many times we become discouraged as we go through life. We experience trials and challenges that leave us not only wondering what we should do but where God is as we struggle on through. We have a solid theological belief in the existence of God, and we understand intellectually what kind of a God HeContinue reading “Day 301: Matthew 10-12”

The gospel of Matthew is often characterized as one that tells the story of Jesus from a decidedly Jewish perspective. Matthew often mentions distinctive Jewish practices, and in his portrayal of Jesus shows Him as the King of Israel. We saw this in the genealogy, which highlighted His royal lineage from David. Matthew often citesContinue reading “Day 300: Matthew 8-9”

One of the most well-known sermons in history, as well as one of the most beloved passages in the Bible, is the Sermon on the Mount. Many Christians, and even non-Christians, will quote the teaching of Jesus in this discourse and apply it to many life situations. The sections of the Sermon are analyzed, discussed,Continue reading “Day 299: Matthew 5-7”