Why did Jesus tell people to make offerings in the Temple? Why did Paul call himself a Pharisee? The Bible’s answer might surprise you.

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Author Betty Johansen has released an Old Testament Study Guide, written by her mother Elizabeth Johansen, for those seeking ...

On Wednesday, the 12th, we could see the full moon of February, the so-called Snow Moon (the name doesn’t require any explanation in Montana). That full moon overlapped perfectly with the Jewish ...

The Bible is not known for being a humorous book. Yet, it often speaks about laughter. What does it say? And why do we never ...