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Bible Explainers

Who Were the 12 Apostles in the Bible? What Happened to...

The twelve apostles were the first and most trusted people Jesus called to share his gospel with the world. But they were far from perfect.

Encountering Jesus in the Symbols of the Old Testament

Returning to early Christian reading practices allows us to see how the repeating symbols of the Old Testament point to and are fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

Holy Mending: How God Weaves Us Into His Covenantal Tapestry

Throughout the Bible God is a Master Weaver who gathers up every broken thread and patiently weaves each one into his sacred covenantal tapestry.

Holy Week and Easter: The People, Places, and Events

Easter is the most important event in the Christian calendar. Here's everything you need to know about the people, places and events leading up to Easter.

Guide to All the Judges of Israel in Order [Chart]

The book of Judges describes a chaotic, morally corrupt period in Israel's history. Here's everything to know about the 12 judges named in the book.

A Field Guide to Biblically Accurate Demons (and Their Leader) [Bible...

Biblically accurate demons and demonic beings are a varied group, ranging from "unclean spirits" to fallen angels, pagan gods, and of course, Satan himself.

Do We Have a Guardian Angel? A Look at the Evidence

Bestselling investigative journalist Lee Strobel explores the evidence for and against guardian angels — both in the Bible and today.

Wine in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation: A Comprehensive Study

Wine is the most talked about food in the Bible, but have we neglected this important biblical theme and fragrant gift from God?

3 Views of Hell in Christian Tradition

Many associate hell with eternal torment, but there are other possibilities. Here are the Biblical and theological bases for three views of hell in Christian thought.

50 Major Events in the Bible Storyline [Infographic]

Is it possible to boil the Bible down to 50 major events? Not really — but we tried our best anyway! Here are the biggest plot points in Scripture.

A Field Guide to Biblically Accurate Angels (With Bible Verses)

What does a Biblically accurate angel look like? It depends — there are a lot of different types of angels in the Bible. Here’s a look at each of them.

Giants, Dragons, and Unicorns? A Bible Monster Bestiary

The Bible is full of strange and scary creatures, from giants and dragons to mighty “chaos monsters.” Here’s a survey of Bible monsters — and their significance for us today.

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