Is Santa Claus related to Jesus?

Who Helped Jesus Carry the Cross?

The bible tells the story of Simon of Cyrene, the man who helped Jesus carry the cross. What is the significance of Simon, and are there lessons to be learnt?

Why Judas Betrayed Jesus

How did Judas betray Jesus, and why? What was Judas and Jesus' relationship like? And why did God allow the betrayal to happen? We explore this strange story.

Why Did Jesus Go to Jerusalem When He Was 12 Years Old?

The Bible tells us about Jesus visiting Jerusalem a few times. But there are only two accounts of Jesus entering Jerusalem when he was a child. Find out why he went.

What Jesus Did After His Resurrection

The story of Jesus' resurrection from the tomb is well known. Less well known is the story of the 40 days preceding his ascension. Read here to find out more.

Via Dolorosa: How Long Did Jesus Walk and What Happened?

Jesus walked from his judgement before Pilate to his crucifixion. Learn what happened along this route through Jerusalem's streets as Jesus carried his cross.

Why Was the Galilee Important to Jesus?

Many wonder what makes Galilee in Israel so important. Read this post to find out the significance and why Jesus spent most of his time there and what he did.

Were John the Baptist and Jesus Cousins?

John the Baptist is an important figure in our faith. Read further to learn more about his relationship with Jesus, his life, and death.

Why Was Jesus Crucified?

This post covers the topic of Jesus' crucifixion and explores the political and religious reasons for its occurrence.

Countries That Jesus May Have Visited

Find out where Jesus travelled to. Read whether places like Egypt, Lebanon, or Asia are thoughtfully documented in the Bible and which are dispelled as myths.

What Did Jesus Eat at the Last Supper?

The Last Supper is a famous story that people have at least heard of. But what did Jesus actually eat at the Last Supper? Let's find out.

Why did Jesus enter Jerusalem on a donkey instead of a horse?

He entered Jerusalem on a donkey in Matthew 21:4-5 and John 12:14-15. For what reason did he choose a donkey? Why not a horse or sitting on a wagon with the donkey pulling it?

Why is the St George monastery important to Christians?

What makes this monastery so significant? Did St George convert to Christianity? If so, when did that happen?

Why was Jesus Christ born in Israel?

I've been wondering why God chose Israel for Jesus to be born in and not another country or continent? Why Israel specifically?

What is the significance of gold frankincense and myrrh in Jesus' time?

Did the Pharisees believe in Jesus?

I've been wondering: What was the relationship between Jesus Christ and the Pharisees? If they did not believe in Jesus, what did the Pharisees believe in?

Why did Jesus have to leave Nazareth?

This part is unclear to me: What made Jesus decide that he had to leave the village of his youth? Do you suppose he felt a calling, or did he leave for different reasons?

Is there something written about Santa Claus in the bible?

I have been wondering about this entire Christmas story and whether Santa Claus is a biblical figure? I don't seem to recall him being in the bible.

Where did the gift-giving tradition in Christmas come from?

What is the religious origin of Christmas gifts? Does it stem from Christianity?

How many Christians live in Israel?

Since Israel is claimed to be the holy land, what percentage of Israel are religious Christians?

Is Easter the day when Jesus was crucified?