Jesus engaged in controversies over whether it was lawful to heal on the Sabbath: And behold, there was a man with a withered hand. And they asked him, ‘Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath?’ ...

THIS COMING SUNDAY is the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany and this particular year Easter coming so early means that Mardi Gras is just around the corner, followed immediately by Lent, starting with ...

This Sunday, there will be an in-person worship service at 10 a.m. The service is also livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Pastor Rebecca Irelan’s sermon this week is titled ‘What Buddhism Can ...

Theologian Richard B. Hays' past work was often cited as a reason for not allowing same-sex relationships in Christian churches. In his new book, co-written with his son, Chris, he reverses course.

First, we should consider what churches mean when they say the phrase “Come as you are.” This phrase communicates that people ...

In last week’s article, I referenced a miracle that took place just outside the temple courtyard in Jerusalem. I want us to consider that event in more detail over the next couple weeks. In John ...

doing good refers to observing the practices of the Sabbath like resting from work and attending to the synagogue services. It excludes what Jesus does—healing a man with a withered hand—which is a ...

Jesus and his disciples went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath Jesus entered the synagogue and was ... After witnessing Jesus heal a man with an unclean spirit, they exclaimed that they ...