Mary Lou Cornish is a journalist and a teacher of journalism who writes primarily in the fields of history, Biblical Studies and Christian Apologetics.
Areas of Expertise
Why Mary Magdalene Has Been Severely Misunderstood
Mary Magdalene has been erroneously portrayed as a prostitute or the wife of Jesus. In reality, she was a key witness to the main events of Christ’s life.
Who Is the Suffering Servant in the Book of Isaiah?
Christians and Jews do not always interpret every passage of the Old Testament in the same way. Such is the case with the suffering servant.
The Sermon on the Mount and the Ideal Kingdom of God
Some people see the Sermon on the Mount as simply a code of ethics. In reality, it is a description of ideal life in the Kingdom of God.
Why the Four Gospels Tell the Same Story in Different Ways
Why do the four Gospels tell the same events differently? Explore ancient biography, rhetoric, and theology to see how these differences work, and why they don't undermine reliability.
The Life of Vibia Perpetua, a Roman Noblewoman Turned Martyr
The Roman noblewoman and Christian martyr, Vibia Perpetua, chronicled her final days in prison.
How the 10 Plagues Humiliated Egypt’s Gods
While the ten plagues of Egypt were intended to force the pharaoh to release the Israelite slaves, they were also meant to humiliate Egypt’s many gods.
Was the New Testament Canon Chosen at the Council of Nicaea?
When was the content of the New Testament decided, and how much of it was agreed upon at the Council of Nicaea?