On various occasions the teachings of Jesus included ‘hard sayings’ which his audience found difficult to understand. For example, following the Lord’s discourse on the bread of life, we read that “Many therefore of his disciples, when they heard this, …
In Time magazine 1993 there was an intriguing little article with the title “Copying What Comes Naturally”.It concerns the efforts of American scientists to produce new materials by imitating the design of biologically manufactured substances. For example, by studying the …
The name ‘Carmel’ is well known today as the brand name for a variety of Israeli fruits and vegetables of superior quality. The meaning of the name is “the fruitful place”, and so is most appropriate for both the mountain …
Paul, in his associations with the ecclesias of the first century, was well aware of the lessons to be imparted by setting a personal example. Thus, with his wealth of experience as an evangelist in the lands of the Mediterranean …
The uproar caused by the Bishop of Durham’s remarks concerning hell and the return of Jesus Christ was predictable. Yet it could be thought surprising, for how many people really know and understand the established church’s teaching on hell (even …
Fear in one form or another is a recurring emotion in the hearts of many. Fear saps vitality and happiness, destroying the joy of faith and fellowship. Fear of pain, suffering and death is common to most at some time …
Critics have alleged that the references to domesticated camels in the Genesis record are evidence that the book was actually written much later than claimed. It is said that camels were not domesticated until centuries later. In the first reference …