The “Golden Rule” is the name given to a principle Jesus taught and which can be found both in His Sermon on the Mount and in the Sermon on the Plain. What we call the Golden Rule can perhaps be best captured by Matthew 7:12. We explore why this is such a profound Christian precept. We compare it to similar sayings from additional religious traditions and assert why it is superior. Additional scriptures referenced include Matthew 22:37-39; Matthew 5:43–44; and 1 John 4:20.
The theme of peace is woven throughout the book of Isaiah. The prophet speaks of the “Prince of Peace,” of the Lord who “makes...
The doctrine of justification by faith, a cornerstone of Christianity, emphasizes that salvation is not earned through our own efforts, but rather received as...
We wrap up the book of Matthew by exploring the ways in which the author makes the case that Jesus is not only the...
