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The False Cross

This is part 2 of a series; The True Cross is part 1. When Adam and Eve were kicked out of the Garden, they faced an enormous challenge. They were facing a life where they made their own... Read more

This is part 1 of a series. For much of the last 2,000 years, archaeologists, saints, and crusaders have sought relics of the true cross. And throughout that time, many fragments of the true cross... Read more

Biblical Chronology – Solved At Last!

Is it possible to date the creation of the world? Does the Bible give us proof of the exact year, even the day and hour? Yes! Daniel 9:26-27 And after threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be cut... Read more

The Lost Tribe Of Benjamin Found, Eh?

I’ve often wondered where the tribe of Benjamin wound up – I mean, most of the tribes can be identified fairly easily – Reuben as France, Joseph as the US and the UK, etc.... Read more

Seething a Kid, Mixing Wool and Linen, and Other Strange Bible Commandments

(By Crystal Holmes) Why did God forbid things like seething a kid in his mother’s milk, wearing garments made of wool and linen, or rounding the corners of your head? Why not let an ox and an ass... Read more

The Real Origin of Easter

(By Crystal Holmes) Acts 12:3-4. And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take Peter also. (Then were the days of unleavened bread.) And when he had apprehended him, he put him... Read more

The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day

(By Crystal Holmes) Cards, candies, roses, chocolate, candle-lit dinners, hearts… Every year millions of people exchange cards and give gifts to their beloved. But are these traditions the... Read more

The History of Christmas

(By Crystal Holmes) It was a hard day at work, but Julius always rejoiced when coming home to his wife. And even more so now due to the sweet smells of cakes and cookies and the beautifully lit tree.... Read more

Last Supper Or Lord’s Supper Or Passover?

There are a lot of modern names for what in the Greek is simply called “pascha”, or in Hebrew is “pesach”. It is translated as Easter by some, called the “Last Supper” in common usage,... Read more

Revelation’s Church Eras – Explained!

In the beginning of the book of Revelation, in chapters 2 and 3, there are letters addressed to seven ancient churches in Asia Minor – modern Turkey. Now most modern churches ignore... Read more

The Christian Cross Is Pagan!

This article has been updated with much new content and information. Please see our latest version in two parts: The True Cross and The False Cross. (By Crystal Holmes) That the cross is a Christian... Read more

Christian Vampires

Throughout history followers of God have always been accused of horrible atrocities; rumors spread by those who half-understood and fully hated the Christians and the Israelites before them. This is... Read more