We’re leading up to Resurrection Day by exploring the week that set the stage. As you know, Jesus entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. The Jews were expecting a conquering king, and had hopes that Jesus would save them from oppressive Roman rule. However, Jesus came as a humble servant, riding on a lowly donkey and, they …
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Garden Tomb For Christians, it is hard to imagine a sight of greater significance than the Garden Tomb. To step inside the garden is to step into one of the most peaceful places on earth, despite the chaotic neighborhood in which it nestles! While we can't be 100% certain this is THE place where our …
On the western slope of the Mount of Olives, directly across the Kidron Valley from Temple Mount, lies the Garden of Gethsemane. Known as a garden of peace, it is typically anything but that, as some of the largest crowds in Jerusalem are often squeezed in here and jostling for position. Regardless, it is a …
Continue reading Tour Rewind: Garden of Gethsemane and Caiaphas’ House
Yesterday, some commemorated Maundy Thursday, in remembrance of Jesus's last supper with his disciples prior to His crucifixion. They met in that upper room in order for Jesus to give His final command: love one another. He demonstrated that in several different ways that night, not the least of which was washing the disciples' feet...including …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 