Isaiah 52:14 Just as many were appalled at Him, His appearance was disfigured beyond that of any man, and His form was marred beyond human likeness…
Romans 5:6-8 For at just the right time, while we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
To the critic… You always want facts. You want proof. Take a listen and watch.
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Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston is a world-renowned scholar on the Historical Jesus, specializing in archaeology, ancient history, and the New Testament. In 2026, Dr. Johnston became the only academic invited to present evidence for Jesus and the Resurrection at the World Economic Forum in Davos—bringing the Gospel into one of the most influential global stages. His evidence-based approach bridges rigorous research and compelling communication, making the case for faith both intellectually credible and spiritually transformative.
He is the author of The Jesus Discoveries: 10 Historic Finds That Bring Us Face-to-Face with Jesus, which highlights top archaeological discoveries corroborating the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus outside the biblical record. Known for his evidence-first, no-nonsense style, Dr. Johnston powerfully confronts myths and cultural skepticism while offering hope and clarity in an age of confusion.
A hands-on scholar, he uses authentic and replica artifacts; such as the Shroud of Turin, crucifixion nails, the Titulus Crucis, the Pilate Stone, ossuaries, early New Testament papyri, Dead Sea Scroll facsimiles, and Roman coins. to bring history alive in vivid detail. His passion is showing how fresh discoveries, like the Shroud’s fading image, inscriptions mocking early Christians, and coins tied to Gospel events—continue to strengthen the historical case for Jesus Christ.
Esther 9:20-22 Then Mordecai recorded these events, and he sent letters to all the Jews who were in all the provinces of King Ahasuerus, both near and far, obliging them to celebrate the fourteenth day of the month Adar, and the fifteenth day of the same month, annually, because on those days the Jews rid themselves of their enemies, and it was a month which was turned for them from sorrow into gladness and from mourning into a holiday; that they should make them days of feasting and rejoicing and sending portions of food to one another and gifts to the poor.
Note the three dates above. The first is 5785, which is a modern day secular, Hebrew, lunar calendar.
Purim will begin on Thursday evening at sunset, March 13, and last until Friday evening at sunset evening of March 14. This would be Adar 14 on the secular Hebrew calendar.
The verses below will serve as a framework for both Hebrew calendars discussed.
Genesis 1:14-19 And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to distinguish between the day and the night, and let them be signs to mark the seasons and days and years. And let them serve as lights in the expanse of the sky to shine upon the earth.” And it was so. God made two great lights: the greater light to rule the day and the lesser light to rule the night. And He made the stars as well. God set these lights in the expanse of the sky to shine upon the earth, to preside over the day and the night, and to separate the light from the darkness. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening, and there was morning, the fourth day.
Of note, there will be a lunar eclipse during Purim on the modern day secular Hebrew calendar.
Astronomers predict that a total lunar eclipse will coincide with the first day of Purim, lasting for 65 minutes. The eclipse will be visible over North and South America, rising over Australia and northeast Asia and setting over Africa and Europe.
The following interpretations are not Biblical. They are from a rabbi’s understanding of the Talmud, writings of oral traditions.
…lunar eclipses are considered a bad omen for Israel under normal circumstances. This is based on a section in the Talmud (Sukkot 29a) that specifies that lunar eclipses are a bad omen for Israel since the moon spiritually represents Israel. If the lunar eclipse takes place in the eastern side of the heavens, then it is a bad omen for all the nations in the east, and similarly, if it occurs in the western hemisphere of the sky, it is a bad sign for all the nations in the west. -Rabbi Mordechai Genuth
“This is because in the time of the Talmud, only Israel set the calendar according to the moon. Setting the calendar according to the sun was the practice of the idolaters, like Rome, which named the solar months and days after pagan gods.”
“A lunar eclipse in the month of Adar is a sign that there will be war among the Sons of Ishmael who are connected to the moon. It is also a sign of famine and drought in the West.” -Rabbi Mordechai Genuth
By the way, there will be a solar eclipse on March 29, the first day of Nisan.
The second is 5949, which is a solar calendar from the ancient Essenes discovered from the caves of Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls. The belief is the earth is 5949 years old from day four of creation. The first day to accurately mark time with this method was a Wednesday, the day the sun, moon, and stars were created. See verses above from Genesis 1.
According to the Dead Sea Scroll calendar, Purim occurred on occurred on Saturday, Adar 14, 5949 or March 1, 2025 on our western Gregorian calendar.
The Dead Sea Scroll solar calendar is more specific and consistent than the secular lunar calendar. According to the Dead Sea Scroll calendar, we are approaching a jubilee year starting in about two weeks. After this upcoming jubilee year, the calendar enters the last 50 years of the age of grace. This is prophetically significant because the 1,000 year Messianic Kingdom follows.
Check out Ken Johnson’s work on the Dead Sea Scrolls at the two links below.
The last date is the Gregorian calendar year 2025. This is our modern day western solar calendar. It is primarily a math calculation. This is essentially the world’s business calendar.
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And we wonder why…
Mark 13:32-33 No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Be on your guard and stay alert! For you do not know when the appointed time will come.
Pay attention! Be vigilant! Don’t make excuses! We can know the season and age!
Jesus held the religious leaders of His day accountable to know His arrival was here. The Bible foretold in prophecy the arrival of the Messiah and His character and deeds.
The same is true for us today. God has not changed. Hebrews 13:8Jesus Christ, the same yesterday and today and forever. Yes, Jesus is God and we are accountable to what is stated in the Bible.
March 2021, Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA): It has been 60 years since there have been archaeological finds of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Research in the Judean Desert has unearthed Greek translations of the Bible prophets Nahum and Zechariah.
The scroll was found in the “Cave of Horror”. The cave got its name when discovered in the 1950’s. There were skeletons from over 40 people found in the cave. The cavern is tucked away 80 meters below the top of the ridge.
Other finds include a woven basket with a lid. Archaeologists estimate the basket to be over 10,500 years old per carbon dating provided by Professor Elisabetta Boaretto of the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot. The basket has a volume of up to 100 liters.
Ofer Sion, IAA
A mummified child was discovered. Data suggests the child was aged from 6 to 12 years in age and lived approximately 6,000 years ago.
Coins from the Bar Kochba revolt were found. This historic event occurred in 133 to 135 A.D. Other artifacts from the same era included: arrow and spear tips, woven fabric, sandals, and lice combs.
For those interested in more detail, click on the link below.
Archaeologists and journalists are intrigued and excited about the material finds in the cave. However, not much has been written about the message of the Scripture discovered.
Granted, critics and naysayers would disagree. But, these are two passages from two prophets. A prophet or a nabi in the Hebrew is a spokesman or a speaker on behalf of God. These prophets are delivering instructions and a warning to us in the 21st century.
Zechariah penned these verses about 2,500 years ago.
Zechariah 8:16-17 These are the things that you shall do: Speak the truth to one another; render in your gates judgments that are true and make for peace; do not devise evil in your hearts against one another, and love no false oath, for all these things I hate, declares the LORD.
Nahum wrote these words about 2,680 years ago.
Nahum 1:5-6 The mountains quake before Him; the hills melt; the earth heaves before Him, the world and all who dwell in it. Who can stand before His indignation? Who can endure the heat of His anger? His wrath is poured out like fire, and the rocks are broken into pieces by Him.
For those who are willing to read one more verse in Nahum.
Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; He knows those who take refuge in Him.
Are these verses for our world today and a message from God? So what do you think? God’s providential timing or mere chance and coincidence?
August 8, 2017: This is a trend that has occurred in the last week or so. Archaeology digs around the Promised Land continue to unearth a wealth of information. The conclusion, the Bible is an accurate source of historical information.
Here’s to all the critics who say the Bible is just a little book of stories, a work of fiction. It has been a rough week for secular scholars, archaeologists, scientists, and atheists. Below are links to a list of recent articles noted in the news.
Researcher gives seal of approval to 53 biblical characters’ existence
Finds in Jerusalem shore up biblical account of Babylonian conquest
On the eve of the Hebrew commemoration of the destruction of the Temples, archaeologists discover remnants of a blaze indicating the city was grander than thought
