Purchased by the Blood
Seeking Truth in Today’s Troubled World
Mission Statement: Purchased by the Blood is a Christian writing ministry devoted to the truth of Scripture, the lordship of Jesus Christ, and the faithful application of God’s Word to theology, family, culture, education, history, and everyday life.
Purpose Statement: Here you will find biblical teaching, Christian reflection, cultural commentary, and thoughtful explorations of faith through history and popular culture, all with one central purpose: to seek truth and point people to Jesus Christ.
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Growing in the Grace of Jesus Christ Through the Word of God
Spiritual growth is a cornerstone of the Christian life. For the believer, growth is not just about moral improvement or gaining knowledge, but it is an ongoing process of transformation into the likeness of Jesus Christ. This transformation is fueled by the grace of God, and one of the primary means through which that grace…
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“Republicans Want to Kill Your Kids.” A Response to Jennifer Rubin
From Fox News (November 20, 2024): “Washington Post columnist Jennifer Rubin is urging Democrats to change their messaging to say that “Republicans want to kill your kids.” On Tuesday’s installment of her “Jen Rubin’s Green Room” podcast, Rubin insisted Senate Republicans who acquiesce to President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees must pay a “political…
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The Rise and Fall of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, established in 1870 in Washington, D.C., was once a beacon of African American academic achievement. Named after the renowned poet Paul Laurence Dunbar, the school was created to offer educational opportunities to Black students during an era of pervasive segregation and racial discrimination. Over the course of the 20th century,…
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The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares (Matthew 13:24–43)
The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, found in Matthew 13:24–30 and later explained in Matthew 13:36–43, is a profound teaching of Jesus Christ that reveals deep insights into the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, the problem of evil in the world, and the ultimate triumph of righteousness. This parable employs agricultural imagery…
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Moon Knight and the Christian Struggle: A Biblical Perspective on Marc Spector’s Journey of Redemption
Moon Knight, the Marvel Comics character, is an enigmatic hero shrouded in complexity, embodying a life marked by violence, mental fragmentation, and a continual battle for meaning and identity. Marc Spector, his true identity, is a mercenary who is saved by the Egyptian god Khonshu after being left for dead in the desert, but…
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Justice and Mentorship: Batman and Lessons from the Bible
Batman vs. Biblical Justice: A Comparative Analysis Batman, created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, is a superhero known for his relentless pursuit of justice in the crime-ridden Gotham City. This essay will compare and contrast Batman’s fight against crime with Biblical ideas of justice, explore how his rogues’ gallery, including the Joker, Two-Face, the…
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