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Scripture Reading(s) Micah 5:2-5 5:2 But you, O Bethlehem of Ephrathah, who are one of the little clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to rule in Israel, whose origin is from of old, from ancient days. 5:3 Therefore he shall give them up until the time when she … Read more
Scripture Reading(s) 2 Peter 3:8-15 3:8 But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day. 3:9 The Lord is not slow about his promise, as some think of slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting any … Read more
George Wagner was one of the first Anabaptist martyrs to die at the hands of the Germans. Unfortunately there is not a lot of material that can be found on George Wagner other than what was recorded in the Martyrs Mirror. Like others before and after him, he was bound and then thrust into the fire. … Read more
We all know the Christmas song, O Come O Come Emmanuel but what exactly does Immanuel mean? Why don’t we just say Jesus? The answer we surprisingly simple. Origin of Immanuel The use of Immanuel is best known from the OT prophet Isaiah who prophesied to Israel when tgey were in years of war and … Read more
Many archaeology finds are named after the location in which they are found. The Ketef Hinnom scrolls are from Ketef Hinnom which is southwest of old Jerusalem, in Israel. More specifically they were located near the road that runs between Jerusalem and Bethlehem. They are possibly the oldest manuscripts currently known that recite what appears … Read more
What is the Apocryphon of Daniel (4Q246)? The Apocryphon of Daniel is a textual fragment that was found in cave #4 of the Dead Sea (or Judean desert) caves. It is commonly referred to as the “Son of God document”, “Aramaic Apocalypse”, or “Pseudo-Daniel.” It was written in Aramaic and is believed to have been written … Read more