The Prominent Role of Women in the Story of Easter
It is remarkable and surprising that women play such a prominent role in the gospels as the first witnesses to the resurrection of Jesus.
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How Far Did Jesus Walk?
The Gospels give accurate details about Jesus’ travels and distances to the places he visited.
Read MoreThe Apostle and Jesus’ Burial Cloths
On Easter morning, John and Peter, after hearing Mary Magdalene’s report that Jesus’ body was missing, raced to the tomb.
Read MoreJoseph of Arimathaea, secret disciple of Jesus
A bold move from one of the members of the Sanhedrin.
Read MoreHow Lawful Was The Trial Of Jesus?
Many rules were broken.
Read MoreThomas the Apostle - Faith and Courage
Caravaggio (Italian, 1571-1610).The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, circa 1600. Sanssouci Picture Gallery, Germany.
There is a lot more to Thomas than his doubts.
Read MoreMINIS - Jesus Portraits in Miniature Frames
A new collection of miniature portraits of Jesus that fit in any small space.
Read MoreNew Jesus Portrait - THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM
A wonderful gift for mothers all over the world.
Read MoreShroud of Turin: Blood and Sweat Analysis
Creatinine and ferritin iron nanoparticles found on the Shroud of Turin.
Read MoreNew Jesus Portrait - O MY FATHER
New Jesus portrait added to our collection.
Read MoreJesus in Art - Jesus Ministered to by Angels
James Tissot (French, 1836-1902). Jesus Ministered to by Angels, 1886-1894. Brooklyn Museum.
A beautiful and otherworldly depiction of an exhausted Jesus surrounded by angels.
Read MoreJesus Locket Pendant
A lovely locket pendant with miniature Jesus portrait based on the Shroud of Turin.
Read MoreThe Fabric of the Shroud of Turin
The Shroud of Turin would be of limited interest as an ancient artifact were it not for the fact that the gospel of Mark mentions that Joseph of Arimathea wrapped Jesus' body in a linen cloth for burial.
Read MoreWhy Was Jesus Born in Bethlehem?
James Tissot (French, 1836-1902). Saint Joseph Seeks a Lodging in Bethlehem , 1886-1894. Opaque watercolor over graphite on gray wove paper,
A Roman emperor, a census, and a long trip.
Read MoreScented Candles for Christmas
Frankincense and myrrh are the original Christmas scents.
Read MoreGreat Lakes International Shorts Film Festival
Our movie Jesus Alive Again has been accepted to compete at GLSF.
Read MoreAncient Uses of Myrrh
Aromatic resin still in use today as antiseptic and analgesic.
Read MoreFrankincense discovery
Two newly discovered molecules shine light into the aroma of the ancient resin.
Read MoreJesus Alive Again, Award of Merit at CLIFF
Award of Merit at the Christian Life International Film Festival for our film Jesus Alive Again.
Read MoreWhen Did the Shroud of Turin Enter History?
Letter attributed to Pierre d'Arcis, bishop of Troyes (1379-1395), National Library of France, Paris.
A letter from the year 1389 mentions that the Shroud is on display in a small chapel in France.
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