Rapture is regarded as a critical event in Christian eschatology (the study of the end times). It refers to the belief that believers will be suddenly taken up to heaven by God before a period of ...

I was given The Way of a Pilgrim by a hermit when, like the Russian Pilgrim who narrates the story, I’d asked how it was ...

Timothy's good report about the Thessalonians increases Paul's desire to return and his love for the church (3:6-10). Paul inserts a prayer (3:11-13) in the middle of 1 Thess to transition between ...

Viral theories about the Second Coming of Jesus claim that the return of Christ will last from 10 minutes all the way to 1000 ...

The Bible can be a great resource for finding peace and guidance in many aspects of life—including when it comes to seeking ...

As vegetable farmers, we may get to satisfy the “pent up demand” to get back in the dirt and start planting a little bit ...

The Bible provides a roadmap for life with all of the wisdom it provides. Memorizing short Bible verses will bring to mind scriptures on strength, hope, peace and faith just when you need them. These ...

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With the help of many underclassmen, the Lutheran High Northeast track and field teams have seen their numbers grow from 2024 ...

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When difficulties come our way, it can be hard to keep a good attitude. But attitudes come from beliefs. If we believe we will fail, we can possess an attitude ...

Lawlessness is tied to the spirit of rebellion. Open borders without lawful vetting and due process laws regarding regulation ...