The Advent of Easter, Part XXII by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 The first Passover prescribed by God was exceedingly different from the Passover the day of Jesus’ death. Yet, God provided the first Passover as a foreshadow of the ultimate release from the bondage of sin He planned for His people through His Son–that is …
The Advent of Easter, Part XXI by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 After Jesus’ Last Supper, Jesus retreats with His disciples to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray. He desires the company of His disciples while He prays—the same as our asking others to be in agreement with us in our prayers. Praying into the late …
The Advent of Easter, Part XX by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 This post represents Nissan 12th and 13/14 in the last days of the life of Jesus. Many researchers, including myself, agree in the week of Jesus’ life Nissan 13/14 was our Tuesday/Wednesday. Remember, the Jewish days begin at sunset and conclude at sunset the …
The Advent of Easter, Part XIX by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 It’s imperative we understand the tremendous significance the original Passover has for us today. The Passover, as recorded in the book of Exodus, is profound confirmation of God’s promise given to Adam and Eve—the first man and woman representing all of humanity for all …
As an author/speaker I spend hours each day in front of my computer screen, researching, reading, praying and writing. I love it, knowing it’s the foundation of my life’s work. At the same time, it’s an isolated and non-affirming existence. Unless someone takes the time to contact me to share a thought, I work all …
We are approaching what’s become known as Passion Week—the week beginning with Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, ending with an empty tomb as revelation of Jesus being the long awaited Promised Redeemer—the Promised Deliverer from God. We celebrate our Risen Lord on Easter Sunday. However, I suggest, we should radially celebrate our Lord every day, …
The Advent of Easter, Part XVII by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 This post represents the 10th and 11th of Nissan in the last days of Jesus’ life on earth. Remember the Hebrew calendar days begin at sunset and end at sunset the next day. After Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey colt, uproariously hailed …
The Advent of Easter, Part XVII by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 Today in the life of Jesus is the day the lamb for the Passover meal is to be selected—the 10th of Nissan. It is also the same day Jesus makes His triumphal entry into Jerusalem—the day we commemorate as Palm Sunday. On the same …
The Advent of Easter, Part XVI by Pamela Christian—Copyright © 2019 This time in the Advent of the first Easter was the early days of the Hebrew month Nissan—the first month on the sacred calendar. (Nissan is also called Abib). This was an exciting time with the atmosphere in the city amping up. Hebrew sojourners …
Do you suffer with anxiety, worry, or dread? Do you find yourself fretting over various matters? You’re not alone. “Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 36.9% of those suffering …