By: Mary Dzon, University of Tennessee Manger scenes displayed around Christmastime usually feature an ox and an ass beside ...

While there are many ancient texts focusing on Jesus as a baby and as a man, much less is known about him as a child. Here’s ...

The modern Christmas themes of peace and joy were in short supply amid the ‘dislocation and danger’ of ancient Judea – as ...

Discover the tumultuous historical context of Jesus’ birth. Historian debunks peaceful nativity myths, revealing a world of danger, revolt, and Roman rule.

The common portrayal of Jesus’ birth as a serene event is challenged by historical accounts revealing dislocation, danger, and political turmoil. Research into Jesus' childhood uncovers a backdrop of ...

Remember the reason for the season this December with the best Christmas Bible verses, including scripture about the birth of ...

The savior Christians celebrate was born in a cave, fled as a refugee to Egypt, and taught radical compassion for the ...

You have a new book coming out soon, “Love Thy Stranger,” arguing that Jesus taught a revolutionary message that transformed ...

As a pastor preparing to celebrate Christmas, I can’t ignore our president’s racist lies. Because they’re blasphemy. | Opinion ...

Less than a week until Christmas — can you believe it? This is the time of year when the rush, the worry, and all the panic ...

As a pastor preparing to celebrate Christmas, I can’t ignore our president’s racist lies. Because they’re blasphemy. | Opinion ...