Dr. Howard A. Matzke, Professor of Anatomy at the University of Kansas, explains the physical effects of crucifixion: Pain and Breathing Difficulty: “Crucifixion resulted in severe pain because the body was hanging on the nails through his hands. It also placed a considerable stretch on the muscles important for breathing, thus preventing normal expiration. This… Continue reading

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THE CHRIST Head: Ephesians 1:22-23 King: 1 Timothy 6:15 Savior: Ephesians 5:23 Shepherd: John 10:11 Builder: Hebrews 2:3-6 High Priest: Hebrews 4:14 THE GROUP The Body: Ephesians 4:4 Kingdom: Colossians 1:13-14 The Church: Matthew 16:18 House: 1 Timothy 3:15 Priesthood: 1 Peter 2:5 INDIVIDUALS Members: 1 Corinthians 12:27 Citizens: Ephesians 2:19 In Christ: 2 Timothy… Continue reading