Jesus is a real person. He is one of the most complicated, discussed, and revered of historical figures. Most scholars, Christian, non-Christian, and secular alike, believe that there was a historical Jesus. The evidence is overwhelming. Jesus was written about by ancient historians, including Josephus and Tacitus. From an historical standpoint, there is hardly any question: there really was a man named Jesus who lived in first-century Israel.

The Old Testament predicted the Messiah, a real person who would deliver Israel from their enemies. The Messiah was to be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2), of the tribe of David (Genesis 49:10). He was to be a prophet akin to Moses (Deuteronomy 18:18), a herald of good news (Isaiah 61:1), and a healer of maladies (Isaiah 35:5–6). The Messiah would be a godly Servant who suffered before entering His glory (Isaiah 53). Jesus is the real person who really fulfilled these prophecies.

The New Testament contains hundreds of references to Jesus Christ as a real person. The earliest gospel may have been written within 10 years of Jesus’ death, and the earliest of Paul’s epistles was written about 25 years after Jesus’ death. This is important because it means that, as the gospels were circulating, there were plenty of eyewitnesses still alive who could verify the truth of the gospel accounts (see 1 Corinthians 15:6).

The manuscript evidence for the authenticity of the New Testament is overwhelming: there are about 25,000 early manuscripts of the New Testament. In comparison, the Gallic Wars written by Caesar in the first century BC, only has 10 early manuscripts existing—and the earliest one of those was written 1,000 years after the original. Similarly, Aristotle’s Poetics only has five early manuscripts in existence, dating to 1,400 years after the original. Those who doubt that Jesus is real must also question the existence of Julius Caesar and Aristotle.

Outside of the Bible, Jesus is mentioned in the Quran and in the writings of Judaism, Gnosticism, and Hinduism. Early historians considered Jesus to be real. The first-century Roman historian Tacitus mentioned the followers of Christ. Flavius Josephus, an ancient Jewish historian, refers to Christ in his Antiquities of the Jews. Other references to Jesus exist in the writings of Suetonius, chief secretary to Emperor Hadrian; Julius Africanus, quoting the historian Thallus; Lucian of Samosata, a second-century Greek writer; Pliny the Younger; and Mara Bar-Serapion.

No other historical figure has had as much impact on the world as Jesus Christ. Whether one uses BC (Before Christ) or BCE (Before Common Era), the whole Western dating system is measured from one event: the birth of Jesus, a real person. In the name of Jesus have been founded countless orphanages, hospitals, clinics, schools, universities, homeless shelters, emergency relief agencies, and other charitable organizations. Millions of people can give personal testimonies of Jesus’ continuing work in their own lives.

There is overwhelming evidence that Jesus is real, both in secular and biblical history. Perhaps the greatest evidence that Jesus existed and that He did what the Bible says He did is the testimony of the early church. Literally thousands of Christians in the first century, including the twelve apostles, were willing to give their lives as martyrs for the gospel of Jesus Christ. People will die for what they believe to be true, but no one will die for what they know to be a lie.

We are called to have faith—not a blind faith in a make-believe story—but genuine faith in a real Person who lived in a real place in a real time in history. This Man, who proved His divine origin through the signs He performed and the prophecies He fulfilled, died on a Roman cross, was buried in a Jewish tomb, and rose again for our justification. Jesus is real. “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed” (John 20:29).

Is Jesus Real?

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The Bible tells us to pray continually and without ceasing, but what happens when we're waiting for God but discover He's waiting for us? In his first book, pastor and recording artist Travis Greene guides the listener to apply Biblical truths for a fulfilled life.

Praying and waiting for God to answer can be confusing. When something—or everything—feels stuck because God doesn't seem to be answering our prayers, what next? Pastor and Grammy-nominated recording artist Travis Greene issues a challenge and asks us to examine our prayers—Are we praying for the right thing? Are we planning and preparing for what we've asked for? Are we praying for our will to grow closer to His? Or do we sometimes treat him like a genie in a bottle? Using Biblical examples, Travis invites listeners to reconsider our prayers and

navigate beyond feeling trapped to thriving in God’s purposes;
learn to use what's left instead of focusing on what was lost;
be willing to forgive, wait, and work as God allows; and
believe in God's miracles while being a faithful steward of what He has already provided.

Sometimes what happens next depends on the choices made right now. And sometimes God has something else in mind for us—something we might never have imagined, or in a way we might not have imagined it! It's possible to press forward into a life filled with joy and expectation for the future! Like the widow who used the oil she had at hand, by using what God has already supplied, Travis encourages listeners that they may be closer to enjoying God's promises than they realize. Management can be a magnet for miracles.

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Now that Nora is not dead, only one question remains: What does she want to do with her life?

Nora November is alive—but she wasn’t always. She was once clinically dead, having spent several minutes under water after a terrible surfing accident she doesn’t remember. What she does remember from her time in a coma is her grandfather, who passed away over a year ago. And a beautiful garden. And the most delicious tomato she ever tasted.

Now that she’s awake again her life has been cleaved in two. In the Before, Nora lived like a ghost, drowning under the weight of her parents’ expectations. In the After, she’s determined to accomplish the things she left undone before she died. Her reverse bucket list is simple: She wants to learn to cook and to be a better older sister to Lacey. She wants to quit her terrible job as a personal injury lawyer at her dad’s firm. She wants to bring Grandpa’s now-neglected garden back to life. And she wants to find the guy she met in a corner store months ago—the one she never called but never stopped thinking about.

As Nora’s attempts at a new life prove disastrous at best, her mission to fulfill her reverse bucket list leads her to a reckoning with the truth she almost hid from herself.

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Join us as we at Betterlisten embark on a journey with Susun Weed as she leads us through the enchanting world of her garden, unveiling the profound healing properties of plants within the Mint family. Officially known as Lamiaceae, this botanical clan encompasses some of the most cherished and essential plants for both gardens and culinary pursuits worldwide. With over 200 genera and 6,000 species, the Mint Family boasts a diverse array of herbaceous plants, shrubs, and trees, each offering a delightful trifecta of beauty, flavor, and fragrance. Recognizable by their square stems, opposite leaves, tiny flowers, and aromatic oils, these plants not only tantalize the senses but also often repel pests like deer. Imagine a world without basil for pesto, mint for juleps, or oregano for spaghetti sauce. These culinary stars, along with rosemary, savory, marjoram, sage, lemon balm, and thyme, enrich our palates and culinary experiences. Basil and mint alone offer an extensive spectrum of varieties, from traditional peppermint to exotic flavors like chocolate and pineapple. In garden design, the Lamiaceae family thrives, from groundcovers like bugleweed to towering salvias and Russian sage. Lavender, skullcap, hyssop mint, and many others grace landscapes with their beauty and fragrance, while also providing essential habitat and sustenance for pollinators like bees. Beyond their culinary and ornamental uses, Mint Family members have played crucial roles in perfumery, traditional medicine, and household products for centuries. Lavender, with its timeless appeal, and patchouli, with its exotic allure, are just two examples of the family's aromatic treasures. Historically, these plants have been revered for their medicinal properties, with remedies ranging from soothing coughs to restoring vitality. Horehound, perilla, and mountain mint are among the many esteemed healers within the Mint Family's ranks. From the garden to the kitchen, from the medicine cabinet to the perfume bottle, the Mint Family's influence is ubiquitous, enriching every facet of our lives with its abundance and diversity. Join Susun Weed as she unveils the wonders of this extraordinary botanical lineage, inviting us to explore and appreciate its timeless gifts.

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Keith Muoki is a KJV bible believer saved by grace through faith preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya, and preaches on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Bitchute.

Keith got saved on the 6th of June 2020 from the teachings of Robert Breaker after having been in the pentecostal religion for over 30 years and never having heard the gospel preached in detail.

He was always convinced that the sinner's prayer saved him but kept on being worried about his stand with Christ. On the 6th of June 2020, God used Robert breaker through his YouTube teachings and that's the day he first understood the gospel and got saved. Since then, he has never looked back and keeps on preaching every day enlightening others who are bound by religion like he was.

To connect with Keith:
Email: keithmuoki@gmail.com
Call/Sms/Whatsapp: +254725207297

God bless you!

Is Jesus Real?

Keith Muoki

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