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Archaeology, the Philistines, and the Old Testament: Clues Written in Hebrew and on DNA

Archaeology, the Philistines, and the Old Testament: Clues Written in Hebrew and on DNA
Between 1997 and 2016, researchers at an excavation near Ashkelon in Israel examined the remains of more than one hundred humans, remains that dated from the 12th to 6th centuries before Christ. The researchers hoped to find human DNA in order to answer an old question: Who were the Philistines? Where did they come from?

Ten Commandments No Longer ‘Applies to Us,’ Says Popular Megachurch Pastor

Ten Commandments No Longer ‘Applies to Us,’ Says Popular Megachurch Pastor
A popular megachurch pastor says the Ten Commandments no longer apply and that Christians instead should focus on -- and perhaps even post -- Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.

Megachurch Pastor Says Christians Are Not Required to Obey Old Testament Commands

Megachurch Pastor Says Christians Are Not Required to Obey Old Testament Commands
In a recent commentary for Relevant, Andy Stanley sparked controversy when he said that Christians have no obligation to obey commands found in the Old Testament.

3 Things Andy Stanley Got Wrong about the Old Testament

3 Things Andy Stanley Got Wrong about the Old Testament
Does Andy Stanley have a problem with the Old Testament? The senior pastor of Atlanta’s North Point Community Church stirred up the already tumultuous evangelical waters when he told Christians to “unhitch” their faith from the Old Testament.

From 'Huck Finn' to Hosea: Why We Should Read Rather Than Remove Old Books

From 'Huck Finn' to Hosea: Why We Should Read Rather Than Remove Old Books
Two classic novels were banned from a school district recently, but should they have been? Are these stories that touch on painful and hurtful things our past actually meaningful and helpful in the education of our rising generations?

Why Do Christians Ignore Most of the Old Testament Rules?

Why Do Christians Ignore Most of the Old Testament Rules?
Reading through the Old Testament can be a jarring experience, even for Christians. The early Bible is practically brimming with unusual commands and laws, most of which sound contrary to Christ's message today.

Oldest Surviving Copy of the Old Testament Recognized as World Treasure

Oldest Surviving Copy of the Old Testament Recognized as World Treasure
The oldest surviving copy of the Hebrew Bible has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educations, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a world treasure.
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