Even skeptical scholars who don’t believe that Jesus really worked miracles acknowledge that, during his lifetime, he had a reputation as a healer and an exorcist. The numerous reports of Jesus’ ...

Despite their disagreements, both believing and skeptical Bible scholars can agree on certain things about the life of Jesus. One of these is that, during his day, Jesus had a reputation as a ...

The Gospel of John includes several unique traditions about Jesus’ life and ministry. Today’s Gospel account of the Wedding Feast at Cana is one such example. The first miracles in the Synoptic ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

You can find today’s readings here. “Which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Rise and walk’?” (Lk 5:23) I don’t know about you, but I admit I’m skeptical of arguments for ...

Many Americans will celebrate Easter with candy, plastic eggs, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and maybe some extra family time. While these things can have their place, it's important that we ...