Pastor Marc Bertrand

  Folded napkin in Christ’s tomb after the resurrection? Why did Jesus Fold the Napkin? – Folded Napkin in the tomb of Jesus brings people to wonder why did Jesus fold the napkin? Why did Jesus fold the burial cloth? on His Resurrection? John 20:3-8 (NASB). 3 So Peter and the other disciple went forth, and they were going to the tomb. 4 The two were running together; and the other disciple ran ahead faster than Peter and came to the tomb first; 5 and stooping and looking in, he *saw the linen wrappings lying there; but he did not go in. 6 And so Simon Peter also *came, following him, and entered the tomb; and he *saw the linen wrappings lying there, 7 and the face-cloth which had been on His head, not lying with the linen wrappings, but rolled up in a place by itself. 8 So the other disciple who had first come to the tomb then also entered, and he saw and believed. John says that the face-cloth was separate from the linen wrappings, rolled up. Does this have a special meaning? Perh...

  Pontius Pilate. In the Gospel of John, Pontius Pilate poses a question to Jesus of Nazareth: “What is truth?” It’s a question that could also be asked about Pilate’s own history. From the perspective of the New Testament of the Christian Bible, the Roman governor of Judea was a wavering judge who initially exonerated Jesus before bending to the will of the crowd and condemning him to death. By contrast, non-Biblical sources portray him as a barbarous leader who willfully defied the traditions of the Jewish people he oversaw. Which was the truth? Pontius Pilate, the Roman prefect of Judea, played a pivotal role in the trial and execution of Jesus of Nazareth. Let’s explore this historical figure and his interactions with Jesus: Background and Role: Birth and Early Life: The details of Pontius Pilate’s early life remain shrouded in mystery. He served as the Roman prefect of Judea from A.D. 26 to 36 . Authority: As the governor of Judea, Pilate held supreme authority in the province...

  What Is Sexual Immorality ? 1 Corinthians 7:2 New International Version But since sexual immorality is occurring, each man should have sexual relations with his own wife, and each woman with her own husband. Sexual immorality means neglecting and defying God's law of sexual relations. Learn the practical and spiritual consequences of becoming a slave to your passions when succumbed to the temptation of sexual immorality. Sexual Immorality in the Bible. In the Bible, sexual immorality is strongly condemned. In the Old Testament, laws were given to the Israelites designed to discourage sexual immorality. These laws prohibited adultery and other forms of sexual misconduct, such as incest and rape. In the New Testament, Jesus taught that all sexual relationships outside of marriage are immoral. He also taught that lusting after someone is just as sinful as the act itself. The Bible makes it clear that God expects us to remain sexually pure and faithful to our spouses. God's plan ...

  When your other half leaves you. Marriage, a sacred union ordained by God, can be both beautiful and challenging. When faced with a broken marriage, turning to scriptures can provide comfort, guidance, and hope for restoration. Let’s explore some Bible verses that address the complexities of marriage and offer wisdom for healing. The Bible has a lot to say about marriage, and even more to say about trusting the Lord. Perhaps one of the best ways to rebuild trust in a troubled marriage is to focus more on our trust in God, and less on the actions, sin, and betrayals of our spouse. “It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man” (Psalm 118:8). Knowing when your marriage is over can be difficult, as different couples may have different breaking points. However, some common signs that your marriage is over include: Lack of efforts to maintain the union and resolve conflicts. Infidelity and domestic violence. Feeling indifference or emotional detachment. Stagnation and ...