Author name: Matthew Vanderels

Why Christians Should Embrace the Power of Passover

Why Christians Should Embrace the Power of a Passover Seder ‍Passover is one of the most important holidays in the Christian faith. With a rich history and powerful symbolism, the …

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Where was Jesus?

doubt, Gospel / By Matthew Vanderels

God’s purpose in creating mankind was to create images of Himself. What does it mean to be God’s “image?”

God did NOT turn His back on Jesus

Apologetics / By Matthew Vanderels

On the cross, Jesus cried out “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?”. This quote from Psalm 22 is a reminder that God never leaves nor forsakes us.

The Insidious Nature of Evil

Devotional / By Matthew Vanderels

Evil can mimic righteousness, but can never understand it. Evil emphasizes appearance, but righteousness seeks to be genuine.

Advent, Christmas, and Messianics

Holidays / By Matthew Vanderels

In a season when many Messianics celebrate Hanukkah and Jesus being the light of the world, why is His light not seen in us?

Being the Image of God

Gospel / By Matthew Vanderels

God’s purpose in creating mankind was to create images of Himself. What does it mean to be God’s “image?”

Without Yeshua and the New Testament, the Bible is just a book about a God who does not keep His promises. Without Yeshua and the New Testament, the Bible becomes a book of hopeless pursuits and abandoned love.