Jesus of Nazareth Archives

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Mike Huckabee Says He Has Magic Powers and Will Use Them to Kill You

Mike Huckabee thinks he can call down fire from heaven to smite his opponents, an act (phew!) in violation of the United States Constitution

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Fox News Analyst Calls Obama the Reincarnation of Pontius Pilate

Ralph Peters calls Obama Pontius Pilate, but Pilate, according to the Bible, tried to save Jesus and early Christianity made him a hero

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Archbishop of Chicago Defends Obama’s Immigration Executive Action

Immigration reform is not just something the bishops want, says Cupich, but God himself. How successful will the GOP be saying ‘no’ to God?

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Abortion is Human Sacrifice? So is the Death of Jesus

While we are on the subject of “religious freedom,” that is, Christians having a unique right, a privileged place in this country far above all other belief systems – at least according to the Supreme Court – I thought I would mention that it has always struck me as odd that a religion – Christianity…

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Rather Than Turning the Other Cheek, Robertson Fans Want to Slap us for Christmas

But I say to you, do not resist an evil-doer. But If anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also. – Jesus of Nazareth, quoted in Matthew 5:39 (NRSV) The Religious Right’s reaction to Phil Robertson’s suspension is not only what Jesus expected out of his followers, but it has got me…