Jesus, son of Sirach, was a Jewish scribe who authored the Book of Sirach (also known as Ecclesiasticus) around the 2nd century BC. He is not Jesus Christ, the Son of God and Savior in the New Testament. The Book of Sirach is a work of wisdom literature found in the Apocrypha and is included […]
Simon Peter was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and a foundational leader in the early Christian church. Originally a fisherman named Simon, Jesus gave him the name Peter, meaning ‘rock,’ to signify his pivotal role in building the church (Matthew 16:18). His journey, detailed in the Gospels and the book of Acts, […]
The love of Jesus is the ultimate expression of God’s unconditional, sacrificial, and redemptive love for humanity. As demonstrated by His death on the cross for our sins (John 3:16), it is a transformative love that offers forgiveness, hope, and eternal life to all who believe in Him. In a world of fleeting emotions and […]
The phrase ‘it is finished,’ spoken by Jesus on the cross in John 19:30, signifies the complete fulfillment of His redemptive work. It is the declaration that the debt for humanity’s sin has been paid in full, and the plan of salvation is accomplished. These words are a triumphant announcement of Christ’s victory over sin, […]
The Bible does not explicitly state Jesus’s race or skin color. As a first-century Jew from the Middle East, it is historically likely He had an olive or brown complexion. However, Scripture’s primary focus is on His divine identity as the Son of God and Savior for all people, transcending any single racial category. For […]
Pastor Gino Jennings is the founder and spiritual leader of the First Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, an Apostolic denomination with its headquarters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is widely known for his direct and uncompromising preaching style, which emphasizes holiness, modesty, and strict adherence to his interpretation of Biblical doctrine. His ministry has grown […]