Author: TruthAndLife

From Tradition to Reality – Part 3

This is a continuation of From Tradition to Reality and From Tradition to Reality – Part 2. Joseph – A Type of Christ Finally, we must consider Joseph, who was one of the greatest types of Christ in the Bible.  As a young man, Joseph had a dream in which he reigned over his brothers,… Continue reading From Tradition to Reality – Part 3

The Word of the Cross – Foolishness or Wisdom?

“For the word of the cross is to those who are perishing foolishness, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” — 1 Corinthians 1:18 Written nearly 2,000 years ago, these words in the Bible address the attitude of certain Greeks in Corinth who prided themselves on their philosophy. They… Continue reading The Word of the Cross – Foolishness or Wisdom?

Discovering the Whole Truth – The New Testament

I can never forget noticing in school that my brother was carrying a New Testament in his back pocket. I thought, “What is a New Testament?” Then I thought, “Maybe it’s the Old Testament revised… like a second edition or something.” Later, I found out that some fellow Jews felt we shouldn’t read it. I… Continue reading Discovering the Whole Truth – The New Testament

The Third Part

Have you ever felt unsatisfied, let down, even inexplicably empty, after you got what you thought would make you happy? You’re not alone. This perplexing feeling has been known to strike the most accomplished and wealthy people as well as the less accomplished and less wealthy. In fact, King Solomon had it all—a kingdom, untold… Continue reading The Third Part

Christ Revealed in the Feast of the Dedication (The Feast of Lights – Hanukkah)

First, let us look at the historical account of the Feast of the Dedication, which is familiar to us, and then we will look deeper to see the revelation of Christ in this feast for our experience. The Feast of the Dedication was a commemoration of the restoration of the polluted temple. The temple had been polluted… Continue reading Christ Revealed in the Feast of the Dedication (The Feast of Lights – Hanukkah)

Living Water

For years I played music in New York City, which was something I really wanted to do since I was a young boy. It was the only thing that seemed to be enjoyable, much more so than a 9-5 job, particularly when you’re a teenager. That mindset continued until I felt an inner emptiness that… Continue reading Living Water