John The Baptist and America

By Robert Driskell

The first chapter of the Gospel of Luke introduces us to John the Baptist. John appeared publicly on the religious scene of the day about six months before Jesus began preaching. The Bible says that John was to:

go on BEFORE THE LORD TO PREPARE HIS WAYS; To give to His people the knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of their sins… (Luke 1:76-77 NASB)

John was to prepare the hearts of the people for the arrival of Jesus. The Jews were waiting on the promised Savior to come and free them from the oppressive rule of the Roman government. Their idea of salvation was political. (more…)

How did we get our Bible?

By Wayne Sedlak

Every year around Easter, prominently displayed, nationally known magazines parade before an unsuspecting public, articles about ancient books which these magazines allege should, could or would have become books in the Bible. (more…)