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In the Beatitudes, Jesus turns the popular meaning of 'blessed' on its head.

Exegetical theologian D.A. Carson was very perspicacious in remarking that “evil is the primal cause of suffering, rebellion ...

In sacred Scripture, God's people are often on the move. The Bible shows us migration isn't just about survival, it's about ...

And immediately the man’s ears were opened, his speech impediment was removed, and he spoke plainly. He ordered them not to ...

During the prophetic summit at Oasis Church, Tom and Jane Hamon revealed what God is showing them for our current time and season.

You may or may not share Dante’s religious convictions, but perhaps you can relate to the notion that romantic love at its ...

The Gospel passage today is Luke’s version of the beatitudes. It is critical to understand that beatitude is not something we ...