The bestselling book in history remains one of the most controversial. The bible is the actual word of god and is to be taken literally, word for word 28 percent. Third, from genesis to revelation, the bible reads as one book. Religious rationalizers twist phrases and modify translations to prove they are honoring the bibles words. For example, until 1993 there was no proof of the existence of king david or even of israel as a nation prior to solomon. Archaeologists claim theyre one step closer to proving the bible. The bible has received more criticism than any history book known to man. Prophecy is the proof of god prophecy is the proof of divine revelation. Despite feverish searching with scripture in one hand and cuttingedge technology in the other, evidence backing the bible remains.
Most theological historians, christian and nonchristian alike, believe that jesus really did walk the earth. It can be rained on, snowed on, or fully submerged in a body of water with no damage. Since the bible claims to be the supreme authority on truth, logically, the bible must be selfauthenticating. This question is perhaps the most important question anyone can ask. Christ himself, the word of god who is the author of all scripture, asserted that we should be able to believe everything he says about earthly things john 3. Many people think the stories in the bible couldnt possibly be true. We are betting our souls that it is either true or not true, and you will either be right or wrong. The bible was written by primitive men, many of who were obviously insane. This study is in many senses the most important, for if. I said plane because the bible clearly speaks of a domed firmament that separates the. The bible is an ancient book of fables, legends, history, and. The bible is estimated to have been written between 1450 b. The naturalistic claim is that the first onecell organism was spontaneously generated.
Does an inscription from egypt mention the hebrews running through the waters of the red sea, and overthrowing the rule of pharaoh. Thousands of ancient, handcopied documentsreferred to as manuscripts provide proof of the new testament and old testaments historical. What proof do we have for the inspiration of the bible. The bible succinctly addresses both origins and future events, credibly answering the three greatest questions whence. Can we reach out and touch god or see him in the same way that we touch and see people. All scientific evidence points to the fact that life comes only from life. And the new testament, is a bunch of stories changed by popes and church to reflect what were convenient.
Criticism of the bible is an interdisciplinary field of study concerning the factual accuracy of the claims and the moral tenability of the commandments made in the. Truly, the bible is a magnificent historical record, matching perfectly with scientific discoveries. Jesus, of course, is the dividing line, and thus our decision to follow him or reject him is the most important decision we can make, but without the bible we would not even know this. Introduction the individual must accept that the bible is the word of god by faith, for without faith it is impossible to please him. It is obvious we arent looking at a detailed step by step instructions on. New creation studies proof that the bible is the word of god. Indeed, this is one way the bibles authenticity can be tested. Over the centuries the bible has been rigorously tested for scientific accuracy, and it has never failed. The answer to this question depends greatly on what is meant by conclusive proof of god. But whether from archaeological finds or physics students reconstructing noahs ark, were amassing more scientific evidence every year. Incredible proof for why you should have faith in the bible.
This is proof of the bibles 3500yearold statement that all creatures reproduce according to kind. Have biblical archeologists traditionally tried to find evidence that events in the bible really happened. The pillars of heaven tremble and are astonished at his re proof. Now you can take your bible with you anywhere on a backcountry trail, on a fishing trip, in a deer stand, to the beach, cross country skiing, kayaking, or just on your back porch. Have you ever stopped to really prove whether or not the bible is divinely inspired by a creator i am going to give you the proof. The creation is covered in 31 verses in the first chapter of genesis. The bible is the inspired word of god, but not everything in it should be taken literally 47 percent. Bible proof for the parting of the red sea and the hebrew exodus from egypt. So in my opinion you guys believe what you want, but dont use the bible upon others as proof of anything. The bible itself claims to be inspired by god 2 timothy 3.
Dead sea scrolls, historical documentation, and other sources all confirm the authenticity of the bible. The bible says the heavens cannot be measured and the stars are without number genesis 22. Revered by christians as gods holy word, the bible spans centuries of history, contains a variety of literary styles and culminates in the person of jesus christ. For the wrath of god is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, because that which is known about god is evident within them.
After 200 years of christian archaeologists digging up the whole middle east, they havent found any proof of the exodus of the jews from egypt, hebrew slaves or the ten plagues. First you say the bible lies, then you cite a different section of the same bible to prove your point. Have you ever noticed that when you read the bible, it often makes no sense. A bundle of new discoveries on a rocky hill in israel may upend the community of biblical historians struggling to understand judah in the time. Hone, in the bible, speaking and claiming to be god, can make prophecies and tell what is going to happen in the future to nations, to cities, to empires, then if it. For this issue, we are going to look at the creation only. There is much that even a superficial examiner will discover about the bible that recommends it as the true, timeless revelation of god to man. Yes, the skeptics and the critics have been progressively discredited. I was assuming that youre a christian and so i used your bible to explain the point so that you could understand. The proof that the bible is the word of god comes from its internal contents. Biblical expert jonathan morrow tells why if youre willing to trust any facts of ancient history like there was a julius caesar, you should know theres more proof for whats in the bible. The bible is the most historically accurate book ever penned.
When it comes to the claims in the bible, everyone is placing a bet. So when you hear him knocking on the door of your heart say this prayer and receive all that he wants to give you. Hybrid plants, the crossbreeding of plants,cannot produce seed that can reproduce. The bible is one book, and yet it is made up of 66 books, was written by at least 40 different authors over a period of about 1600 years, in different countries and on three different continents. The archaeological evidence for the bible is nonexistent. And i am going to tell the skeptics how to disprove the bible, if its not inspired, and how to disprove the very. The answer to this question is a fourth proof of god.
Scripture has never disappeared part 3 by mark ballenger. But the proof for the bibles accuracy is overwhelming. If you can, it could dramatically change the outcome of your life. We are now just at 5993 years since god created the heavens and the earth as measured by a clock on earth, and in the last days before the 7 year great tribulation and the return of christ. Hundreds of ancient discoveries verify its accuracy. Then in 1993 archeologists found proof of king davids existence outside the bible. Some argue that jesus wasnt an actual man, but within a few decades of his lifetime, he was mentioned by jewish and roman historians.
For helpful information on navigating this site click her e. Nearly 50 years ago, two out of three americans asked by the gallup polling organization said they believed the bible is the actual word of. Proof of the bible the truth is this plane we inhabit is a created place. Indeed, this is one way the bible s authenticity can be tested. The archaeological evidence of the bible is scarce. The bible is indeed true and god wants to have a personal relationship with you through his son jesus and give you a home in heaven when you leave this earth.
And yet, you know for a fact that that statement is wrong. This chart shows scientific facts and principles referred to in this ancient bible, but not actually discovered by humankind until later centuries. What we know for sure is that the old testament is a collection of hebrew myths, things that were written before, nothing new. Did you ever stop to prove whether the bible is the divinely inspired word of god. Many christians face having their belief questioned, if not downright assaulted. If it really is the word of god, it must prove itself. Proof that the bible is the word of god page 2 dear reader, this bible study is the first in a series designed to teach you the basics of the new testament. But if you think about the bible as being a book written by primitive men like you would find in the remote regions of afghanistan today, it makes complete sense. The bible, illuminated by the holy spirit, is gods. But there are countless ways one can know assuredly that god does exist, that he is real, and he is who. Gods word stands true today and is evident in nature. For since the creation of the world his invisible attributes, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood.
It is our prayer that it will accomplish its purpose. Before the invention of the telescope, man could see only a few hundred stars with the naked eye, but the very first book of the. The excessive skepticism shown toward the bible by important historical schools of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries has been progressively discredited pp. This blog is part of a series of blogs, proof the bible is gods word. Do you now believe that adam and eve are historical people.
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