The Bible contains towering wisdom, humbling reflection, intricate history, and magnificent poetry. But one aspect that often gets overlooked? It's fun!
Scripture is full of strange and scary creatures, from giants and dragons to mighty "chaos monsters." But beyond their entertainment value (which is undeniable), what do all these creatures tell us about God' order?
In the spirit of "spooky season," here's a list of the Bible's fantastic beasts — and where to find them. |
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October 16 — Ever wonder if Catholic priests make money? Popular "priestfluencer" (you heard it here first) Fr. David Michael Moses uses social media to answer questions about Catholicism and provide spiritual guidance. Fr. David Michael says he does not earn a salary, but does receive a stipend to cover his needs. He enjoys the simplicity: "I'm storing up riches in heaven, and the exchange rate there is pretty good." (Aleteia) |
| October 17 — Just as Messianic Jews are opening their homes to displaced Israelis, Lebanese Christians are opening theirs to displaced Christians and Muslims. The conflict with Israel, sparked by Hezbollah's support for Hamas, has displaced 1.2 million Lebanese. Despite fears of becoming targets, many Christians are offering aid — often to Muslim refugees, some of whom are encountering Christians for the first time. (Christianity Today) |
| October 17 — As they grieve losses in the wake of Hurricane Helene, Biltmore Church in Asheville, N.C. reopened for in-person worship. Setting aside political differences, the church community has united around the recovery effort, becoming a hub for disaster relief through their 828Strong initiative. Faith-based groups like Samaritan's Purse and Eight Days of Hope are providing meals, clearing debris, and restoring services. (RNS) |
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This week in our Look at the Book series of Bible infographics, we're moving into the Prophets. Here's your quick reference guide to the Biblical prophet Isaiah, including summary, key verse, important info, and reading guides. LEARN MORE ► |
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The Parable of the Sower is one of the most important parables Jesus gave about the kingdom of God because it answered the question, "Why doesn't the Word — the logos — have the effect on people we might hope for?" It moves us to ask again why God doesn't just change people. |
| The authors of the Bible interpret earlier portions of the Bible in ways that can be difficult to understand. Part of the challenge comes from the modern expectations we bring to the Bible. Taking the time to study how Jesus interprets his Bible offers an antidote. |
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