Topical Studies
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One Cleansing or Two: The Temple Purification in the Gospels
One of the most frequently cited objections to the reliability of the Gospels concerns the cleansing of the temple. In the Gospel of John, this event appears at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry (John 2:13–17).
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Take a Staff or Not: Harmonizing the Mission Instructions of Jesus
One of the passages frequently raised as an alleged contradiction in the Gospel accounts concerns the instructions Jesus gave His disciples when He sent them out to minister. In Mark 6:8, the command reads, “And commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, save a staff only; no scrip, no bread, no money…
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The Crucifixion Timing: Passover, Preparation Day, and the Lamb of God
The timing of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is one of the most frequently debated issues in the Gospel accounts. Matthew 26:17 records the disciples preparing the Passover meal, while John 19:14 describes Jesus being presented for crucifixion on the preparation of the Passover.
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Flight to Egypt and Temple Presentation: A Harmonized Gospel Timeline
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The early life of Jesus Christ presents one of the most scrutinized sequences in the Gospel record, particularly when comparing the account of the temple presentation in Luke 2:22–39 with the flight into Egypt recorded in Matthew 2:13–15. At first glance, some readers assume a contradiction, concluding that the narratives cannot both be historically accurate.
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Christ and the Gospel: The Holy Spirit in the life of believers
The claims of Scripture, as articulated in 2 Peter 1:19-21, demand our sober and reverent attention, for they are not the mere opinions of men but the very utterances of the Holy Ghost.
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Promise and Covenant: The New Covenant and redemption
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The Scriptures stand as a beacon of divine revelation, compelling believers to approach their claims with reverence and discernment.
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Global Watch Daily – March 29, 2026
A concise summary of significant developments in Israel and the world through a grounded Christian worldview.
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Christ and the Gospel: Grace, faith, and justification
The claims of Scripture demand our sober attention because they are not mere words of men but the very utterances of God, as attested by the prophetic witness.
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Promise and Covenant: Covenant structure in Scripture
The sacred writ of Scripture stands as an unwavering beacon of truth, illuminating the path for believers through the ages. In 2 Peter 1:19-21, we are reminded of the divine origin of prophecy, which did not arise from human will but was inspired by the Holy Ghost.
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Hope for Israel: The calling and preservation of Israel
The sacred text of Scripture stands as a beacon of divine truth, calling believers to a reverent consideration of its profound claims.
