A Week that Changed History

Friends, Jesus came to earth on a very specific mission, and He fulfilled it in one week that changed history.  As a Jew, Jesus made dozens of trips to Jerusalem for feasts and festivals...all of which paint a picture of the Messiah.  But one Passover was different, as the Messiah became the sacrificial lamb that …

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The Mount of Olives and the Kidron Valley

Just beyond the eastern wall of Jerusalem lies the Kidron Valley and the Mount of Olives.  Technically speaking, the Mount of Olives is a mountain range running north-south (Mount Scopus, Olivet, Mount of Scandal).  The Kidron Valley lies between Jerusalem and the Mount of Olives.  Here's a map to provide some perspective.  (Temple Mount and …

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The Dead Sea Area

Ok, we'll leave Jerusalem for the day and head down to the Dead Sea area!  Here's a map again, to help you get your bearings. The Dead Sea is, indeed, the lowest point on planet Earth.  It's surface is 1400' below sea level, and it is 1000' deep in some places.  It is very rare …

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