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In this essay we will take a look at the evidence for the Resurrection and see if this event is h... more In this essay we will take a look at the evidence for the Resurrection and see if this event is historical fact or fiction. But, first, we must establish the fact that Jesus Christ was a historical figure and not a legend. There are several highly accurate historical documents that attest to Jesus. First, let's look at the four Gospels themselves. The authors Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John recorded very specific facts of the events surrounding the life of Jesus, and archaeology has verified the accuracy of the New Testament. Hundreds of facts such as the names of officials, geographical sites, financial currencies, and times of events have been confirmed. Sir William Ramsay, one of the greatest geographers of the 19th century, became firmly convinced of the accuracy of the New Testament as a result of the overwhelming evidence he discovered during his research. As a result, he completely reversed his antagonism against Christianity.
Dr. Zukeran clearly lays out the differences between a biblical view of Jesus and the view brough... more Dr. Zukeran clearly lays out the differences between a biblical view of Jesus and the view brought forth in the Qura’n. He makes a case that the biblical reports are supported by historical fact while the Muslim writings were created to strengthen their case. Looking at the birth, the life and the death of Christ he highlights the distinct differences and the case for a Christian view over an Islamic view.
This church is growing so rapidly, sociologist Rodney Stark predicts that by the year 2080, it wi... more This church is growing so rapidly, sociologist Rodney Stark predicts that by the year 2080, it will become the most important world religion to emerge since the rise of Islam.{1} What church is Dr. Stark describing? It is not a Christian church but the Mormon Church, an organization labeled as a cult. The rise of the Mormon Church represents the growing challenge facing the church, the kingdom of the cults.
One of the popular ideas being promoted today particularly on the internet is the idea that the m... more One of the popular ideas being promoted today particularly on the internet is the idea that the miracle stories of Jesus were borrowed from ancient pagan myths, commonly referred to as “mystery religions.” Timothy Freke and Peter Gandy write in their book, The Laughing Jesus, “Each mystery religion taught its own version of the myth of the dying and resurrecting Godman, who was known by different names in different places. In Egypt, where the mysteries began, he was Osiris. In Greece he became Dionysus, in Asia Minor he is known as Attis, in Syria he is Adonis, in Persia he is Mithras, in Alexandria he is Serapis, to name a few.” 1
Worship at the sacred Jerusalem Temple had become corrupt, with seemingly little hope for reform.... more Worship at the sacred Jerusalem Temple had become corrupt, with seemingly little hope for reform. A group of devoted Jews removed themselves from the mainstream and began a monastic life in the Judean desert. Their studies of the Old Testament Scriptures led them to believe that God’s judgment upon Jerusalem was imminent and that the anointed one would return to restore the nation of Israel and purify their worship. Anticipating this moment, the Essenes retreated into the Qumran desert to await the return of their Messiah. This community, which began in the third century B.C., devoted their days to the study and copying of sacred Scripture as well as theological and sectarian works.
Dr. Patrick Zukeran presents a summary of four of the major approaches to interpreting the book o... more Dr. Patrick Zukeran presents a summary of four of the major approaches to interpreting the book of Revelation and its meaning for the end times: the idealist, the preterist, the historicist, and the futurist views. For each, he presents the basic approach, strengths of the approach and weaknesses of the approach. Recognizing that God is the central mover in all of these, he encourages us to keep these questions from dividing Christians in our mission of sharing Christ with the world.
... _____ by Patrick Zukeran February 1996 Page 2. Copyright © 1996 Patrick Zukeran Copyright/Rep... more ... _____ by Patrick Zukeran February 1996 Page 2. Copyright © 1996 Patrick Zukeran Copyright/Reproduction Limitations The contents of this notebook are the sole property of Patrick Zukeran. Contents may not be altered or edited in any way. ...
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... 5 Dennis McCallum ed., The Death of Truth, (Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996), &am... more ... 5 Dennis McCallum ed., The Death of Truth, (Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996), "Our New Challenge: Postmodernism," by Jim Leffel, 31. ... McCallum, Dennis ed. The Death of Truth. Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996. McDowell, Josh and Hostetler, Bob. ...
In this essay we will take a look at the evidence for the Resurrection and see if this event is h... more In this essay we will take a look at the evidence for the Resurrection and see if this event is historical fact or fiction. But, first, we must establish the fact that Jesus Christ was a historical figure and not a legend. There are several highly accurate historical documents that attest to Jesus. First, let's look at the four Gospels themselves. The authors Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John recorded very specific facts of the events surrounding the life of Jesus, and archaeology has verified the accuracy of the New Testament. Hundreds of facts such as the names of officials, geographical sites, financial currencies, and times of events have been confirmed. Sir William Ramsay, one of the greatest geographers of the 19th century, became firmly convinced of the accuracy of the New Testament as a result of the overwhelming evidence he discovered during his research. As a result, he completely reversed his antagonism against Christianity.
Dr. Zukeran clearly lays out the differences between a biblical view of Jesus and the view brough... more Dr. Zukeran clearly lays out the differences between a biblical view of Jesus and the view brought forth in the Qura’n. He makes a case that the biblical reports are supported by historical fact while the Muslim writings were created to strengthen their case. Looking at the birth, the life and the death of Christ he highlights the distinct differences and the case for a Christian view over an Islamic view.
This church is growing so rapidly, sociologist Rodney Stark predicts that by the year 2080, it wi... more This church is growing so rapidly, sociologist Rodney Stark predicts that by the year 2080, it will become the most important world religion to emerge since the rise of Islam.{1} What church is Dr. Stark describing? It is not a Christian church but the Mormon Church, an organization labeled as a cult. The rise of the Mormon Church represents the growing challenge facing the church, the kingdom of the cults.
One of the popular ideas being promoted today particularly on the internet is the idea that the m... more One of the popular ideas being promoted today particularly on the internet is the idea that the miracle stories of Jesus were borrowed from ancient pagan myths, commonly referred to as “mystery religions.” Timothy Freke and Peter Gandy write in their book, The Laughing Jesus, “Each mystery religion taught its own version of the myth of the dying and resurrecting Godman, who was known by different names in different places. In Egypt, where the mysteries began, he was Osiris. In Greece he became Dionysus, in Asia Minor he is known as Attis, in Syria he is Adonis, in Persia he is Mithras, in Alexandria he is Serapis, to name a few.” 1
Worship at the sacred Jerusalem Temple had become corrupt, with seemingly little hope for reform.... more Worship at the sacred Jerusalem Temple had become corrupt, with seemingly little hope for reform. A group of devoted Jews removed themselves from the mainstream and began a monastic life in the Judean desert. Their studies of the Old Testament Scriptures led them to believe that God’s judgment upon Jerusalem was imminent and that the anointed one would return to restore the nation of Israel and purify their worship. Anticipating this moment, the Essenes retreated into the Qumran desert to await the return of their Messiah. This community, which began in the third century B.C., devoted their days to the study and copying of sacred Scripture as well as theological and sectarian works.
Dr. Patrick Zukeran presents a summary of four of the major approaches to interpreting the book o... more Dr. Patrick Zukeran presents a summary of four of the major approaches to interpreting the book of Revelation and its meaning for the end times: the idealist, the preterist, the historicist, and the futurist views. For each, he presents the basic approach, strengths of the approach and weaknesses of the approach. Recognizing that God is the central mover in all of these, he encourages us to keep these questions from dividing Christians in our mission of sharing Christ with the world.
... _____ by Patrick Zukeran February 1996 Page 2. Copyright © 1996 Patrick Zukeran Copyright/Rep... more ... _____ by Patrick Zukeran February 1996 Page 2. Copyright © 1996 Patrick Zukeran Copyright/Reproduction Limitations The contents of this notebook are the sole property of Patrick Zukeran. Contents may not be altered or edited in any way. ...
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... 5 Dennis McCallum ed., The Death of Truth, (Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996), &am... more ... 5 Dennis McCallum ed., The Death of Truth, (Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996), "Our New Challenge: Postmodernism," by Jim Leffel, 31. ... McCallum, Dennis ed. The Death of Truth. Minneapolis: Bethany House Publishers, 1996. McDowell, Josh and Hostetler, Bob. ...