The Pilgrims' story and their beliefs, which led directly to the principles of the Declaration of Independence in the US Constitution, have been mostly forgotten by the majority of our population. Despite facing persecution and hardships, the Pilgrims remained committed to their faith and their biblical principles, which influenced the way they lived their lives and governed their colony. Their example of self-government, rule from within, and the importance of the Bible in their daily lives is a valuable lesson for Christians today. [... more]

The church is called to share the message of Jesus Christ with its generation, rather than keeping it a secret. The story of four lepers who discovered a treasure trove of food and decided to share it with the city serves as a reminder that good news should be shared, not hoarded. The church must repent of its failure to communicate the message effectively and rekindle its focus on sharing the gospel with its community. [... more]

God announces the birth of Jesus to lowly shepherds who are watching over sacrificial lambs, marking the end of the 'hush of heaven' and the beginning of a new era of salvation and fellowship with God. [... more]

The birth of Jesus has an economic backdrop that foreshadows his ultimate purpose and death. Mary's economic philosophy, as expressed in the Magnificat, reflects a reversal of the aristocracy and the humble inheriting the earth. The birth of Jesus threatens the ruling temple class in Jerusalem, highlighting the conflict between two kingdoms and two economic models. [... more]

The Pilgrims, a group of biblical Christians, fled England to settle in Holland and later in America, where they established the Plymouth Colony and wrote the Mayflower Compact, a document that influenced the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution. Their commitment to their Christian faith and the Bible guided their actions and decisions, shaping the course of American history. [... more]

Jesus meets people where they are at, and he gives them exactly what they need. He chose Matthew, a socially rejected tax collector, to be one of his 12 disciples, showing that God can use imperfect people to achieve wonderful things. Jesus' mission is to call not the righteous, but sinners to repentance, and he invites everyone to follow him and be his disciple. [... more]

Billy the Kid, a notorious outlaw, is born in New York City and later becomes a cowboy in New Mexico, where he is involved in the Lincoln County War, a violent conflict between rival factions, and is known for his bravery and skill with a gun. [... more]

The birth of Jesus has an economic backdrop that reveals God's master plan, including the temple system and the threat it posed to the ruling class in Jerusalem. Mary's economic philosophy, as expressed in the Magnificat, reflects her humble and submissive nature, while also highlighting the reversal of the aristocracy and the importance of the poor. The story of Jesus' birth also foreshadows his ultimate purpose and death, and the conflict between two temples and two economic models. [... more]

The story of Billy the Kid, a legendary outlaw, unfolds in the harsh and lawless American West during the Lincoln County War. Born in New York City, Billy becomes a cowboy, cattle thief, and gunfighter, leading a group of regulators in a bloody conflict against the county's business monopoly. His life is marked by violence, escape, and betrayal, ultimately leading to his capture, trial, and tragic death at the hands of Sheriff Pat Garrett. [... more]

A chronically ill woman, desperate for healing, touches the hem of Jesus' garment, and her faith is rewarded with physical and spiritual healing. This story highlights Jesus' compassion and the transformative power of faith, encouraging believers to continue Jesus' work and represent him in their communities. [... more]

David's journey with King Saul serves as a reminder of the importance of forgiveness and not taking vengeance on others. The devil's tactics of manipulation and deception are exposed, and the need to do God's will in God's time and way is emphasized. The story highlights the contrast between David's humility and faith, and Saul's pride and anger, ultimately leading to a choice between following God or the devil. [... more]

Jesus' ministry was marked by a relentless pursuit of healing and faith, as seen in his interactions with a leper who approached him with humility and respect, exemplifying the transformative power of faith and the cleansing of sin. [... more]