his is the first part of a multi-part sermon series on the Gospel According to Mark. In it, Dr. Thiel addresses the view of 'most scholars' that Mark did not write this account. He also reads each and every verse in the first two chapters of Mark's Gospel

What type of ceremonies does the Continuing Church of God have? What does the Bible teach about marriage, funerals, baptism, blessing of little children, healing/exorcism, and anointing of church leaders? Are related ceremonies detailed in the Bible?

Ephesus is the first of seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation. It was considered the most prosperous city outside of ancient Rome. It was a city on the Aegean Sea. Where the Ephesians Gentiles? What beliefs did they hold. What was the period of time that the Ephesian church era dominated? What happened towards the end of its era?

According to Roman Catholic sources, the Inquisition was began by Pope Lucius III in 1184. In the next century, Pope Innocent IV officially authorized inquisitors to use torture. This video was shot in Europe and includes night scenes from Barcelona, Spain. The Spanish Inquisition, early Roman Empire persecutions, and Protestant persecutions are discussed.

Pretty much all who claim Christianity have heard of Pentecost. Many even observe it to some degree. But most do not fully understand what it means, and many have wrong ideas about it. Dr. Thiel explains several of the names the Bible uses for Pentecost (like Feast of Weeks and Feast of the Firstfruits), as well as several of its meanings, and its possible connection to the Ten Commandments.