Christology
Daily research on the words and life of Jesus.
Water into Wine: Jesus' First Sign at the Wedding in Cana
When the wine ran out at a Galilee wedding, Jesus turned water in six stone jars into the best wine of the feast. One Gospel fact, His words from John 2:7-8, a Roman-era stone-vessel workshop found near Cana, and Samantha S's near-death meeting with Jesus.
I Am the Resurrection and the Life: Jesus at the Tomb of Lazarus
Four days after Lazarus died, Jesus told Martha He is the resurrection and the life. One Gospel fact about Bethany, His words from John 11:25-26, a Martha and Mary ossuary from the Mount of Olives, and John K's near-death meeting with Jesus.
The Greatest Commandment: Jesus on Loving God and Neighbor
A scribe asked which commandment is first. Jesus answered with the Shema and love of neighbor. One Gospel fact, His words from Mark 12:30-31, Judean Desert tefillin archaeology, and Odell H's near-death encounter with Jesus on love for God and neighbor.
With God All Things Are Possible: Jesus and the Camel Through the Needle
When the disciples asked who could be saved, Jesus said that with God all things are possible. One Gospel fact, His words from Matthew 19:26, the Talmud's elephant-through-a-needle idiom, and a firsthand NDE of meeting Jesus during a heart attack while his wife prayed.
Salt of the Earth: Jesus on Disciples Who Preserve and Season
Jesus called His disciples the salt of the earth—one Gospel fact, His words from Matthew 5:13, Dead Sea and Ein Gedi salt archaeology, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus taking a man's hand and saying "It will be alright."
Who Is My Neighbor? Jesus and the Good Samaritan
When a lawyer asked Jesus who counted as a neighbor, He told of a Samaritan who stopped for a wounded stranger—one Gospel fact, His words from Luke 10, the Inn of the Good Samaritan on the Jerusalem–Jericho road, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus promising help through servants who listen.
Father, Forgive Them: Jesus' Prayer from the Cross
Nailed to a cross, Jesus prayed for the men hurting Him—one Gospel fact, His words from Luke 23:34, the 1968 crucified heel bone of Yehohanan from Jerusalem, and a firsthand NDE of hearing Jesus say past sins were "forgiven and forgotten."
Light of the World: Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind at Siloam
Jesus sent a man blind from birth to wash in the pool of Siloam, and he came back seeing—one Gospel fact, His words from John 9:5, the 2004 Siloam pool discovery, and a firsthand NDE of a blinded boy meeting Jesus in the light.
The Lord's Prayer: Jesus Teaches Us to Call God Father
When the disciples asked how to pray, Jesus gave them words that begin "Our Father"—one Gospel fact, His prayer, first-century Galilee synagogue archaeology, and a firsthand NDE of someone praying the Our Father as they met Him.
The Prodigal Son: Jesus on a Father Who Runs to Welcome Home
Jesus told of a son who wasted everything and a father who ran to embrace him—one Gospel fact, His words, Sirach on inheritance while a father still lived, and a firsthand NDE of being welcomed home by Jesus.
The Mustard Seed: Jesus on a Kingdom That Starts Small
Jesus compared God's kingdom to a mustard seed—tiny at first, then a shelter for birds—one Gospel fact, His words, Pliny on mustard in the Roman world, and a firsthand NDE of being welcomed into that kingdom.
Love One Another: Jesus' New Commandment
On the night before the Cross Jesus gave a new commandment—love one another as He loved you—one Gospel fact, His words, the Dead Sea Scrolls' contrasting love-and-hate ethic, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus saying He only wanted her to know He loved her.
Fishers of Men: Jesus' Call by the Sea of Galilee
By the Sea of Galilee Jesus called fishermen to follow Him and become fishers of men—one Gospel fact, His words, the first-century Galilee boat and Magdala’s fishing industry, and a firsthand NDE of walking hand in hand with Jesus.
Born Again: Jesus' Doorway into the Kingdom of God
By night Nicodemus heard Jesus say no one sees God's kingdom without being born again—one Gospel fact, His words, the Dead Sea Scrolls on a spirit of holiness, and a firsthand NDE that left a man vowing to serve the Lord.
The True Vine: Jesus' Call to Abide and Bear Fruit
In His farewell teaching Jesus called Himself the true vine and His disciples the branches—one Gospel fact, His words, Josephus on the Temple's golden vine, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus reaching out and taking a dying man's hand.
Seventy-Seven Times: Jesus' Call to Unlimited Forgiveness
When Peter asked how often to forgive, Jesus answered seventy-seven times—one Gospel fact, His words, the rabbinic three-times horizon in the Talmud, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus declaring sins already forgiven.
The Good Shepherd: Jesus Who Lays Down His Life for the Sheep
Jesus called Himself the good shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep—one Gospel fact, His words, the ancient Near Eastern shepherd-king backdrop, and a firsthand NDE of Jesus taking a dying man's hand and sending him back.
Peace, Be Still: Jesus Calms the Storm on the Sea of Galilee
When a sudden squall threatened the disciples' boat, Jesus spoke to the wind and waves—and they obeyed. One Gospel fact, His words, a first-century Galilee boat, and a firsthand NDE of meeting Him after drowning.
I Am With You Always: Jesus' Promise to the End of the Age
Matthew closes with Jesus' promise of perpetual presence—backed by one clear Gospel fact, His words, Galilean archaeology, and a firsthand NDE of finding Him always near.
The Lost Sheep: Jesus' Joy Over One Who Was Found
Jesus compared heaven's joy over one repentant sinner to a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to seek the one that is lost—with one clear fact, His words, a first-century historical witness, and a firsthand NDE of being sought and saved.
Come to Me: Jesus' Invitation to Rest for the Weary
Jesus invited the weary to take His yoke and find rest for their souls—an ancient Jewish metaphor remade as gentle discipleship, with one clear fact, His words, a historical backdrop, and a firsthand NDE testimony.
The Golden Rule: Jesus' Summary of the Law in Matthew 7:12
Jesus summarized the Law and the Prophets in one memorable line: treat others as you want to be treated—and He framed it as Kingdom practice.
I Am the Resurrection and the Life: Jesus at Lazarus's Tomb
Before raising Lazarus, Jesus declared Himself the resurrection and the life—anchoring Christian hope in His person, not only a future event.
You Are the Light of the World: Jesus' Call in Matthew 5:14
Jesus told His disciples they are the light of the world—a city on a hill that cannot be hidden—calling them to visible good works that glorify the Father.
Ask, Seek, Knock: Jesus' Invitation to Persistent Prayer
Jesus promised that those who ask receive, those who seek find, and those who knock find open doors—an invitation to trust the Father's generosity.
Who Is My Neighbor? The Good Samaritan and Jesus' Answer
Jesus answered a lawyer's test question with a story that redefined neighbor as the one who shows mercy—even across ethnic hostility.
Forgive Seventy Times Seven: Jesus on Limitless Mercy
When Peter asked how often to forgive, Jesus shattered the calculator—and told a parable about a forgiven debt too large to repay.
Blessed Are the Peacemakers: Jesus' Promise in Matthew 5:9
Jesus called peacemakers children of God— elevating reconcilers in a world that often crowns conquerors.
I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life: Jesus' Claim in John 14:6
In the Upper Room, Jesus answered Thomas with a claim that still defines Christian faith: He Himself is the way to the Father.
Love Your Enemies: Jesus' Radical Command in Matthew 5:44
Jesus taught his followers to love enemies and pray for persecutors—a teaching that still reshapes hearts and history.
What Jesus Meant by "the Kingdom of God"
One clear fact, Jesus' own words, a first-century historical backdrop, and two firsthand testimonies of encountering Christ — with links to every source.