Jesus had "appointed twelve, whom he also named apostles, to be with him, and to be sent out to proclaim the message, and to have authority to cast out demons" (Mark 3:14-15). They had been busy sharing in Jesus’ ministry, preaching repentance and even healing the sick (6:12-13), and now they had returned, eager to tell Jesus all they had done. Tired from the continual press and clamor of the crowds, Jesus sought a place of rest for himself and the twelve (6:30-32). It was futile, however. When Jesus was recognized, the people hurried after him (6:33). More »

Bringing a new life into the world is an astonishing responsibility. How many new parents have looked down at their baby in the crib, then looked up at each other and wondered, "What have we done?" More »

Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:38) More »

Have you ever wondered what it must have been like to be living in Israel around the time of Jesus? To many people, it must have felt as if they were living through a religious explosion. More »

John and the other apostles had the privilege of living with Jesus for three whole years. More »

The two men finished their meeting and as they stood up from the table, they shook hands and walked out toward the restaurant’s exit. More »

When the Mexican teenager walked into the county jail, he was understandably nervous. More »

If you are like most people, the thought of Christmas causes a mixture of joy and anxiety, of hope and concern. . . More »