born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
The theological echo between the narrative of Nain and the story of the Shunammite woman profoundly examines themes like compassion, resurrection, and divine intervention. Despite their unique contexts and challenges, these narratives share compelling parallels that encourage readers to identify deeper meanings about the essence of faith and the nature of the divine. In Luke... Continue Reading →
No one: Hey, it would be fun to revisit your trip to Egypt, Jordan, and Israel in 2019. For the next few days, you should post letters describing each day. Me: Say less Dear Friends, I hope this letter finds you all well and joyful in the Lord. Today, I want to share the wonders and lessons... Continue Reading →
No one: Hey, it would be fun to revisit your trip to Egypt, Jordan, and Israel in 2019. For the next few days, you should post letters describing each day. Me: Say less Dear Friends, I hope this letter finds you well. Today has been filled with awe-inspiring moments as we journeyed through the lands where Jesus... Continue Reading →
No one: Hey, it would be fun to revisit your trip to Egypt, Jordan, and Israel in 2019. For the next few days, you should post letters describing each day. Me: Say less Dear Friends, Greetings from the bustling city of Cairo! I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. This... Continue Reading →
Israel's Rejection of Jesus as Messiah With only a brief dip into the pool of the Gospels, a perplexing dilemma emerges – why did the majority of Jesus' own people reject his claim to be the Messiah? Even with miracles validating his messianic role, the paradoxical rejection remains a significant problem. Moral Stubbornness and Intellectual... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 