The never-ending debate about the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin has take another twist. Scientists in Italy have announced new results regarding the age of what some believe to be the ...
Read More »Ancient trash dump gives clues to life at time of Jesus
An archaeological excavation in Jerusalem has uncovered 2,000-year-old trash and relics from the decades surrounding the life of Christ. The findings include items used daily by Jerusalem’s citizens, including dishes and glass ...
Read More »Democrat conventions have a history of drama and local connections
The Democrat Party has a history of power struggles, raucous attendees, and drama at its presidential conventions. This year provides its own unique set of circumstances. Let’s look at a few of ...
Read More »Archaeologists find city linked to story of Moses
The Israeli Antiquities Authority continues to pour over amazing finds dating to the Old Testament city of Zanoah. Discovered are a stone wall, pottery and other artifacts dating back more than 3,200 ...
Read More »Let’s talk about Christian antisemitism
A Christian social media influencer with a large platform recently texted me after reading my 2021 book Christian Antisemitism: Confronting the Lies in Today’s Church. He was burdened and grieved by the ...
Read More »The little-known Civil War history of Cass County
On July 11th the Burnt District presented a plaque marking the bloodiest battle of the Civil War in Cass County, Missouri. It honors the Battle of the Ravines, and for history buffs ...
Read More »Ancient manuscript details childhood of Jesus
A papyrus dating back to the fourth or fifth century is the oldest-ever manuscript with details about the childhood of Jesus, German researchers say. The document had been stored at a library ...
Read More »Back where it all began: Walt Disney Hometown Museum showcases family history
Few people have had more of an impact on American culture than Walt Disney. Nearly six decades after his death, the Disney name remains synonymous with family entertainment, from movies and television ...
Read More »2,300-year-old gold ring reveals new information about Jerusalem’s past
A well-preserved 2,300-year-old gold ring believed to have belonged to a boy or girl who lived during the Hellenistic period has been unearthed in Jerusalem by Israeli archaeologists. The piece of jewelry, ...
Read More »TV special will celebrate biblical themes behind Juneteenth holiday
The Juneteenth holiday is as American as apple pie and filled with biblical themes, according to an upcoming TBN special. “Juneteenth: Conversations of History and Healing” will be shown on the network ...
Read More »From 1777 to present, June 14 is day to salute American flag
On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress took a break from writing the Articles of Confederation and passed a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red ...
Read More »Research confirms Jerusalem was large, significant city in Old Testament times
When Anita and I organize group tours to Israel we always include the City of David. Visible to our guests are remains of his palace, the treasury and even bathrooms! It’s always ...
Read More »Archaeological find in Sweden sheds new light on Christian burial
A 12th century grave recently excavated by Swedish archaeologists provides new clues about Christian burial customs. Several coins were found in the grave of a man whom experts believed was between 20 and ...
Read More »Ancient Biblical manuscript will go up for auction in June
An ancient Biblical manuscript is expected to attract a high price when it goes on sale in June. The Crosby-Schøyen Codex, written on papyrus paper, is dated from A.D. 250 to 350 ...
Read More »Behold the man: Good Friday reminds us of Christ’s humanity
One of the most powerful declarations of who Jesus is came from Pontius Pilate when he said, “Behold the man.” “This statement may seem insignificant, but it reflects a paradox at the ...
Read More »Maundy Thursday commemorates Last Supper, washing of disciples’ feet
In a week in which Christians celebrate Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter, it can be easy to overlook Maundy Thursday. “Maundy Thursday plays a major significance during the Holy Week,” according ...
Read More »Faith and Liberty Discovery Center goes out of business after three years
The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center in Philadelphia has closed its doors. It had opened three years ago at a cost of about $60 million to showcase the impact of faith on ...
Read More »“Tsunami of evidence” supports accuracy of Bible, professor says
Although numerous recent archaeological finds confirm the accuracy of scripture, the Bible does just fine even without them, said Tom Meyer, an author and professor at Shasta Bible College. “We don’t need ...
Read More »St. Patrick followed God’s leading on amazing journey
Although March 17 has become something of an unofficial holiday in honor of St. Patrick, not everyone knows the fascinating history of the man himself. St. Patrick is the patron saint of ...
Read More »Discovering the 7 Churches of Revelation on the Big Screen
Combining archeology, history, science, and scriptures with film, Tim Mahoney offers a new examination of the warnings written by the apostle John regarding how we should choose to live. The movie theater ...
Read More »The Little War exhibit at National War I Museum shows Great War from children’s perspective
World War I took a heavy toll, not only on the soldiers who fought but also on the families who waited for them at home. The Little War, a new exhibit that ...
Read More »George Wahington preferred lowkey birthdays
While the nation just celebrated President’s Day, George Washington‘s birthday is really Feb. 22, and he would have had it low-key. Washington was born in 1732 on Popes Creek Plantation near the ...
Read More »Valentine’s Day: from Christian martyrs to chocolate
Valentine’s Day is one of the most celebrated, yet least understood holidays in the Western World. It’s also quite popular in countries like India and Iran, where its celebration could still land ...
Read More »“The President and the Freedom Fighter” explores friendship between Lincoln, Douglass
A new book looks at the friendship between Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass as they sought to end slavery. Brian Kilmeade, cohost of “Fox and Friends,” is the author of “The President ...
Read More »Hatred, racism didn’t deter George Washington Carver
Few know George Washington Carver, the humble pioneering researcher and Christian, grew up in Missouri and Kansas. We celebrate him during Black History Month. Human need is really a great spiritual vacuum ...
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