Essays on Jesus Christ

In many scenarios, a Christian can accidentally intertwine Jesus’s parables with a fable. A parable is almost identical to a fable, even though they seem similar, in many ways they make completely different points. Jesus’ parables were also prophetic pronouncements against Israel, as a fable…

In Second Chances, Chuck Gallagher details his life experiences and the choices that both positively and negatively affected him and the people around him. A point that Gallagher gives that truly stirred my heart is, “Sometimes looking in the mirror forces us to look past…

In the world today there are so many directions one can go when choosing a career path. There are even tests that can be taken that match characteristics and types of people to occupations that would suit them. Are you an extravert or introvert? Do…

Like the popular “Where’s Waldo” books of the past decade, the earliest followers of Jesus awoke Easter morning asking, “where’s Jesus?” He wasn’t where he was supposed to be, certainly not in the tomb where they expected to find him. The burial cloths were there…

People often remember leaders that hold the innate ability to radically transform lives long after those leaders pass away. Leaders possessing these traits record their legacies in the hearts and minds of those they inspire. Jesus Christ drastically transformed millions through his leadership, leaving a…

The Bible is a distinct tool, of which, when used correctly can literally shield evil from tormenting and therefore, cast out the devil and his evil schemes. Ephesians 6:10-18 is a reminder of the power of which the Lord and His Word has upon the…

As I listened to this sermon piece, I couldn’t help but notice how well he was able to keep my attention, he was able to display the message in a way that shows the seriousness of the situation, that it is far more than just…

Biblical language is of great interest. One aspect refers to hyperbole which deals with extravagant exaggerations. It is shown that Jesus used it in teaching the people decisively. An interesting story about language goes back to the Holy Bible. In Genesis, Chapter 11, verse 8,…

Christ figures are everywhere in films. There can be connections made between characters in films and the character of Jesus in the things spoken, actions taken, and the effect it has on the people around them. ‘The Whale Rider’ by Niki Caro has some very…

A Michigan teenager, Hunter Gandee, is a famous high school wrestler who has a robust figure and strong determination. However, he is more well-known for always having his sick brother on his back. Hunter Gandee’s younger brother, Braden Gandee, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at…