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 […]
Key Bible verses for Good Friday include Isaiah 53:5, which prophesies His suffering for our transgressions; John 19, which gives a detailed account of the crucifixion; Romans 5:8, which states God demonstrated His love for us in that Christ died for us; and 1 Peter 2:24, which explains that ‘He himself bore our sins’ in […]
Good Friday Bible verses are scriptures that detail the passion, suffering, crucifixion, and death of Jesus Christ. These passages, found primarily in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, are central to Christian faith as they recount the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made for the forgiveness of sins, demonstrating God’s immense love for humanity. Good […]
Luke 23 details the final hours of Jesus Christ’s earthly life, covering His trials before Pilate and Herod, His crucifixion between two criminals, and His death and burial. The chapter highlights Jesus’ innocence, His forgiveness towards His executioners, and His promise of paradise to the repentant thief, affirming His divine authority and saving grace even […]
John 11:25-26 contains Jesus’ profound declaration to Martha, stating, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.’ This scripture is a cornerstone of Christian faith, affirming that eternal life is not merely a concept […]
Revelation 22:16 is a direct testimony from Jesus Christ, where He affirms His identity to the churches. He declares, “I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star,” confirming His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, His royal lineage, and His divine status as the ultimate hope for humanity. The book […]
Caiaphas was the Jewish high priest who served from approximately AD 18 to 36, during the ministry of Jesus Christ. According to the Gospels, he presided over the Sanhedrin during Jesus’s trial, charging him with blasphemy and playing a central role in the plot that led to His crucifixion by the Romans (Matthew 26:57-67). The […]
The title ‘Son of Man’ was Jesus’s most common self-designation, emphasizing both His genuine humanity and His divine authority. Rooted in Old Testament prophecy like Daniel 7:13-14, it signifies His role as the prophesied Messiah who would suffer for humanity and ultimately return in glory to judge the world. When we think of Jesus, many […]