Was it an inn? Was it a stable? Was it a cave? Over the years, many theories regarding Jesus' birthplace have been proposed. As archaeologists and other scientists discover more evidence from 1st century Bethlehem, some theories have been disproved, while certain facts (such as the correct location of Bethlehem) have been confirmed. Here is …
Jesus, Our Lamb and Our Shepherd: Lessons from Bethlehem
Shepherd's field near BethlehemOur tour group visiting a shepherd's cave Having spent a few days understanding Hanukkah, now is the time to turn our focus toward Christmas and ponder the birth of our Savior. Consider the setting and the characters of that day 2,000 years ago. Seek to know the significance of Bethlehem and the …
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Considering Hanukkah from a Christian Perspective
As we approach the beginning of Hanukkah at sundown tonight, let's consider the Christian perspective for a brief moment. As on most roads of life, there are ditches on either side, and we are wise to keep our vehicles on the proper path so we don't fall into one! On one hand, there are Christians …
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Does Hanukkah Point to Christ?
Hi everyone! Hanukkah begins tomorrow at sundown, and as we look ahead, I hope you are enjoying a bit of insight into the miracle that happened! We’re in the midst of a series of posts about Hanukkah, so if you don’t know what that miracle was, please review: Looking Ahead to HanukkahThe Miracle of HanukkahHanukkah: …
