PALEO-ORTHODOXY FOR TODAY'S DISCIPLES

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Attachment Styles in Christian Context

Introduction The Bible does not explicitly address psychological concepts like attachment styles. However, it does offer principles and...

First-Century Approach to Parenting

Introduction Drawing inspiration from the foundational ethos of first-century Christian communities, modern parents can find solace in...

Food & Feasts of Ancient Judea

Introduction In the bustling streets of first-century Judea, a rich tapestry of culinary traditions flourished amidst the crossroads of...

Jesus of Nazareth

Introduction Jesus of Nazareth (Hebrew: Yeshua ha-Notzri—Greek: Iēsous ho Nazо̄raios) was born circa 6–4 BC (3758–3755 in the Hebrew...

Andrew of Bethsaida

Introduction Andrew (Hebrew: Geber ha-Bethtzaidi—Greek: Andreas tis Bēthsaidas) was born circa AD 8 (3768–3769 in the Hebrew calendar) in...

James son of Alphaeus

Introduction James son of Alphaeus (Hebrew: Yaakov ben Halfai—Greek: Iakōbos ho tou Halphaiou) was born circa AD 15 (3775–3776 in the...

Agapē Feast of God's Word

Introduction This liturgy, the "Agapē Feast of God's Word," is based on the communion meals shared by the first-century church. It...

Baptism: Immersed in Christ

Introduction We often start with the Acts of the Apostles when discussing baptism. However, the topic of baptism should begin with Jesus'...

Communion: Partaking in Faith

Introduction Food and drink bring people together more than any other aspect of life. Perhaps this is the reason Jesus taught us to ask...

A Saga of Seven Churches

Introduction The first century was the best of church history; it was the worst of persecution, it was the age of faith, it was an age of...

Blue: God's Favorite Color

Introduction Did you know that God has a favorite color? Yes, he does! Which color is it? Blue! This color is the primary embroidery on...

Calendar of the Church

Introduction Many churches today decorate the sanctuary with banners and linens in specific colors for a time. The pastor may also wear a...

Auschwitz & Biblical Studies

Introduction What has Auschwitz to do with Jerusalem?—or with Cambridge, Chicago, Collegeville, Downers Grove, Grand Rapids, London,...

Axial Age & Christianity

Introduction The Axial Age was between 500 and 300 BC when the world's major religious and spiritual traditions arose throughout Israel,...

Biblical Case for Distributism

Introduction Most people believe they must decide between capitalism and socialism regarding their sociopolitical choices. We need to...