Historical Jesus

Jesus told a story about a farmer who sowed good seed, but an enemy later sowed weeds among the wheat while people slept. Fearing they would uproot the wheat, the farmer instructed his servants to let both grow until the harvest. At the harvest, the weeds would be gathered and burned, and the wheat would be stored in the barn. Jesus later explained the parable's meaning (Matthew 13:24-30;36-43): t...

Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jesu...

WWI (1914-18) was a global conflict whose horrendous battlefields consumed a generation of young Christian men on Europe’s Western Front. Canadian soldier John McCrae (a Presbyterian; 1872-1918) and American humanitarian Moina Michael (a Methodist; 1869-1944) sparked a remembrance movement in honor of the war dead and veterans, forever inspired by the phrase “Between the crosses, row o...

In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the fighting on the Western Front ceased, marking Armistice Day and the end of the Great War, World War one. The First World War officially came to an end on November 11th, 1918, when all troops kept a minute of silence, described by many soldiers who were on battlefields during that moment, as a religious experience when the Almighty sp...

This Testament tells of the origins, birth, ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at  https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq                    &n...

Various native tribes in northern New York State and southeastern Canada warred amongst themselves long before the arrival of Europeans on the continent. By the early seventeenth century, new alliances were formed and the Iroquoian-Mohawks became mortal enemies of the French. On July 29, 1609—somewhere in the area near Ticonderoga and Crown Point in upper New York State—a battle took p...

Who was the Apostle, Jude? Why was he also referred to as Thaddaeus? Also named SAINT Jude by several Christian denominations, Jude Thaddeus was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Catholic Answers Live podcas...

Jesus chose apostles from his disciples to spread the gospel after his death and resurrection. The word "apostle" comes from the Greek word apostolos, which means "one who is sent out". Apostles had special authority and were considered the foundation of the early Christian church. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Dwell On These Things podcast at https://amzn.to/4hXMR6W Books on the Apostles availa...

 English Christians "Remember, remember, the 5th of November.” Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire Night celebrates the capture of Fawkes (1570-1606), a Catholic, who was apprehended under the British Houses of Parliament with 36 barrels of gunpowder, fuses and matches, planning to blow up Protestant King James I and his entire Parliament, which would have severely altered the course of faith a...

The Fifth of November 1605 Jesuit Treason Plot was an assassination attempt against King James by a group of provincial English Catholics  who sought to restore the Catholic monarchy to England and end religious persecution against the Catholic resistance— which would have severely altered the course of faith and religion in the future British Empire, including America. Check out the Yo...

Who was Simon the Apostle? Why was he referred to as the Zealot? Also named SAINT Simon by several Christian denominations, Simon the Zealot was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Catholic Answers Live podcast available at  https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk Dwell On...

November Second is a Christian feast day of prayer and remembrance for the deceased, known as All Souls Day, observed by the Roman Catholic Church, some Anglican and Lutheran denominations, and various Eastern Orthodox and Eastern Catholic churches. Christians honor the departed through prayer, Mass, and acts of charity, with many traditions involving visiting cemeteries to decorate graves. The ob...

 November First is All Hallows Day, also known as All Saints' Day—a Christian solemnity to honor all the saints and martyrs, both known and unknown. The day is recognized in many Roman Catholic, Anglican, and other Protestant churches. It’s also called Hallowmas and is the second day of Allhallowtide, a Christian season which lasts three days that also includes All Hallows' Eve (a...

What Does "Halloween" Mean? And Why Should That Matter to Christians? The celebration marks the day before the Western Christian feast of All Saints’ (or All Hallows') Day and initiates the season of Allhallowtide, which lasts three days and concludes with All Souls' Day. s45 Everything Everywhere Daily podcast available at https://amzn.to/3XHj20A History of Halloween books at https://amzn.t...

The Salem Witch Trails were a series of hearings and prosecutions of people accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts between February 1692 and May 1693. More than 200 people were accused amidst mass panic, inexplicable mania, and collective hysteria. Thirty people were found guilty, nineteen of whom were executed by hanging (14 women and 5 men). Check out the YouTube version of this episode...

In 1692, the Massachusetts Salem Witch Trails took place amidst mass hysteria. What really happened? Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/yG6IE-KXnW8 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged podcast available at https://amzn.to/3YthqYx Witches & Witchcraft books at https://amzn.to/4555O...

Did Witches really exist? Why were Witches harassed and oppressed? Were Witches men or women? Let’s look back at the European history behind witch hunts, persecutions, hangings, and burnings. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/KzmD1bJLVjE which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged pod...

Found in all three synoptic Gospels (Matthew 13:1–23, Mark 4:1–20, Luke 8:4–15). The sower is often interpreted as Jesus, and the seed as the word of God, showing the varied ways people respond to the gospel. Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/3LEeP8F Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId ENJOY Ad-Free...

The connection between Christianity and witches is primarily one of conflict, as mainstream Christian theology considers witchcraft an abomination based on biblical prohibitions against sorcery and divination. However, the relationship is also complex, with some individuals identifying as "Christian witches" who believe witchcraft and Christian faith can be compatible, while others see witchcraft...

From a traditional Christian perspective, witchcraft is seen as a practice that falls under the influence of demonic forces rather than God. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/spjNZXgaQUA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged podcast available at https://amzn.to/3YthqYx Witches & W...

Our reading presents the New Testament book of Luke 12:35-59 Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at  https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq                           &nbsp...

The Father of New France, Samuel de Champlain, was a larger than life visionary adventurer who made a New World in Canada against extreme odds and challenges, but little is known of this secretive, mysterious, enigmatic Frenchman. During the summer of 1609, Champlain attempted to form better relations and alliances with the local First Nations tribes including Wendat-Hurons, Algonquins, and Montag...

Let's conclude investigating the New Testament titles for Jesus of Nazareth with Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible podcast. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! History in the Bible podcast at https://amzn.to/3ZuHAwO Garry Stevens books available at https://amzn.to/3ZAM19f   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com...

Who was Thomas the Apostle? Why was he called Doubting Thomas? Also named SAINT Thomas by several Christian denominations, Thomas was one of the original Twelve Disciples of Jesus according to the four Gospels of the New Testament. Let’s investigate and find out more. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Catholic Answers Live podcast available at https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk Infancy Gospel of Thomas h...

The scriptures have several appellations for Jesus. Let's continue investigating them. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! History in the Bible podcast at https://amzn.to/3ZuHAwO Garry Stevens books available at https://amzn.to/3ZAM19f   ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet  SUPPORT this channel by purc...