Why the Bible is the Most Important Book in the World! Can we know that the Bible is the Word of God? This is a huge question and if you’re not asking it, you should be. This is an important topic to defend, for we argue constantly of why we believe, what we believe and we argue from the Bible that this is God’s word. So, if I am going to say that this is God’s work, I better be absolutely sure and ready to defend it. This is a difficult task in this day and age. The Bible is not the only book that claims to be the Word of God. We have the Book of Mormon; the Avesta; the Talmud; the Qur'an; the Bhagavad Gita, all claiming to be the spiritual words of us being joined to some sort of God. So here in lies the problem with these books, these sayings, these words; they all contradict one another. So we have a couple of options here before you; they can all be wrong or possibly true but they can’t all be right, that is not possible. So as we talk about the Word of God here, if indeed there is a God, He would be perfect and His words would not contradict, they would be sound, speak of truth and be just. So the question that you have to ask yourself as we stack the evidence today is this; is the Bible just a book, no different than any other? Let us begin to review the facts. (Vicky): Is this idea of unity in presenting one central message or theme a logical approach? Please indulge me in this exercise. Below your chair you will find a paper and pencil. Take a few minutes to write down everything you know the Bible to be. Now, would you give a few reasons in response to this? Court: We believe that reading the Bible with an open mind tends to produce atheists. You have to carefully close your mind and read with blinders on if you want t... ... middle of paper ... ...tty. Court: So if we were to consider everything you bought before us today, how could we know you speak the truth? Vicky: For the Bible tells me so: Hebrews 4:12(KJV) For the Word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. 2 Timothy 3:16(KJV) All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: We utilize it for everything, for if it is the Word of God, it is perfect, it is just and the only thing I can stand on, for I am not! (I don’t get what u are saying here) The Bible is the most important book in the world. It is the most quoted, most sought after, most read, and most sold book of all time!! - AMEN
In this essay, the author
- Opines that the bible is written by over 40 different authors, spanning 1600 years, with completely different cultural tones, presented within its 66 books.
- Argues that reading the bible with an open mind tends to produce atheists.
- Argues that the central theme of the bible is of god redeeming man to himself.
- Opines that the "dead sea scrolls" predate the time of christ, so the only conclusion is that today's bible is the authentic word of god
- Argues that the bible makes predictions that are so accurate and intense that they are hard to dispute.
- Opines that the bible has been used to find archeological sites, which proves its historical accuracy.
- Explains that the bible is the most important book in the world. it is quick, powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword.
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- Our Conversation About the Bibleopinionated essayAfter all, this is the purpose of Scripture: It witnesses to the love of Christ.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that their disagreement was not political in nature, but biblical. he thought the bible was clear about this particular thing.
- Opines that the bible isn't clear, and that people often use it to defend a political position or serve cultural agendas.
- Opines that rhetorical claims to the bible's clarity on a subject do not necessarily make it so.
- Explains that the bible did not create the heavens and earth — the word (christ) did.
- Opines that the bible is not perfect. there are parts we now consider obsolete, such as levitical codes.
- Explains that biblicism is a rival faith to christianity, and argues that the highest view of scripture is the one that allows the biblical text to exalt christ as the living word over all creation.
- Explains that if we can grasp these two simple truths, we are well on our way to reading the bible right.
- Explains that the epistemological means of knowing god the father are the image of the invisible god, the radiance of god's glory, and the exact imprint of his nature.
- Explains that the ot contains many troubling stories of violence, genocide, and even one famous story of god asking a patriarch to kill his only son.
- Opines that claiming that god commands genocide but it is somehow not immoral violates one's conscience. genocide opens the door for all kinds of evil to be done in the name of god.
- Opines that if god is subject to change, how can we ever learn to trust such a god?
- Explains that something changes between the apparent divine endorsement of genocide and the sermon on the mount. the ot is the inspired telling of israel coming to know god, but don't stop there.
- Analyzes how phyllis tickle refers to these troubling stories about god as "texts of terror." in the midst of that horror, there is a human being acting like jesus.
- Opines that the bible is not void of objective truth and that we are slipping into relativism. we all do the work of interpretation and not all interpretations are equal.
- Opines that the bible is the word of god, but not the god's word. the bible bears witness to jesus christ.
- Explains that the bible is spirit inspired and can make one wise to salvation in christ jesus. they believe that all scripture (including the ot) should be read through a christocentric hermenuetic.
- Analyzes how moses intercedes reminding god of his promise to israel in exodus 32, when the people of israel construct a golden calf. moses knows god's character is merciful even when god’s word seems to be saying something else.
- Analyzes how the story illustrates that even god's judgment doesn't deal with sin. moses, instead of fleeing, runs to the assembly to make atonement on their behalf.
- Explains that jesus is the true and better moses who mediates a new covenant, abel who forgives those who betrayed him, and jonah who was cast out into the storm so that we could be brought in
- Opines that the purpose of scripture is not to make us of one mind but to take our heart, marred by sin, and replace it with the heart of christ.
1477 wordsRead More - Hermopinionated essayThe question to consider is not simply, Is the Bible true? But there are many other questions that beg to be answered. Like who were the righters of the Bible? Did they write from their own wisdom or did God inspire their words? Who was the Bible written to? What is the intent of the original author? What did the passage mean to the original hearer? These questions and many others would have to be asked to arrive at an accurate understanding of the Scripture. However, simply reading the Bible does not answer these questions. One must study the Bible and ask questions to bring to light what the author is trying to communicate. Before there can be an accurate understanding of the Scripture there will first have to be exegetical and hermeneutical dissection of the passage. Exegetical asks, What is the original intent of the author? Looking at both the context of the scripture, and the content of the scripture. Next you must examine the hermeneutical question, What it this passage saying to me here and now? The next step in beginning your study into Scripture is to have a good translation of the Bible that is easy for you to understand yet accurate in its translation.
In this essay, the author
- Introduces gordon fee and douglas stuart to how to read the bible for all it’s worth, a comprehensive and detailed look at how to arrive at the most exact understanding of the original authors intent.
- Opines that one must study the bible and ask questions to bring to light what is trying to communicate.
- Explains that s go into great detail in a contextual analysis of major literary sections of the bible.
- Explains how the process is carried out to every major literary section of the bible to give us an invaluable tool to help us in our ability to understand.
- Explains that interpreting scripture is not merely reading the words with understanding. it is looking at many different processes in great depth and detail.
- Recommends evaluationhow to read the bible for all its worth for its wealth of knowledge and insight into the interpretive understanding of scripture.
- Analyzes the format of the book, wherein s explain historical context, exegesis, and hermeneutics. they illustrate the skills of interpretation by noting a context section, an
- Opines that gordon fee is one of the leading theologians in regards to pentecostal studies, but he does not write many books.
- Explains that they have owned this book for ten years and have just about worn it out. they have used it to refresh their thoughts and realign their understanding of selected sections of the bible.
- Analyzes how 's ability to force the reader to take a broader perspective of the scripture sticks out to them as s explained his assessment of acts.
- Explains that the book is set up to be used as a reference to future study and teaching because it allows the reader to examine the bible.
- Explains that enlightenment happens through the inspiration of the holy spirit to reveal god's words to our lives.
- Opines that reading a hard-to-understand version of the bible brings little enlightenment because we do not understand what it is saying. a literal and accurate translation is the best combination for understanding.
- Opines that the book's interpretation of scripture and theological assertions are solid and inspiring. they believe that they are better able to divide the word of god and teach it in a way that is accurate and true to the original intent of the holy spirit.
1423 wordsRead More - Erwin W. Lutzer's Seven Reason Why You Trust The Bibleanalytical essayportraying a common belief that the Bible could not possibly be from God because it was clearly written by men. With the culture we live in now, there are countless religious options to put your beliefs in, so how is Christianity any different from the others? Christians say that the Bible is inspired by a God which makes it unlike any other religion, but who says there is a God? Lutzer’s mission with this book is to present the evidence to support the authenticity of the Bible. To actually prove that the Bible is the Word of God, ultimately, would lead to an argument of definition and always leave a gap for faith; so instead, Lutzer will answer many common questions about things that seem to invalidate the Bible such as scientific and historical points.
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how erwin w lutzer introduces his book "seven reasons why you trust the bible" by portraying a common belief that it could not possibly be from god because it was clearly written by men
- Explains that the bible is called "the word of god" but that doesn't mean that god told the human authors every word to write verbatim. each author had their own way of transferring the message of the lord to paper.
- Concludes that the bible has dual authorship, similar to when jesus walked on earth he was both fully human and fully god.
- Analyzes how lutzer concludes that the bible carries ity of god, though translations may have been lost or misinterpreted.
- Analyzes how erwin w. lutzer introduces his book with an invitation to go back to the basics, to bring our doubts and questions as we journey through it.
650 wordsRead More - Isaiah 53 Allusionanalytical essayThe Bible is credited with being the word of God. It contains his prophecies, laws and the all important resurrection story of his son, Jesus. But how do we know that the Bible is truly the word of God? Is the Bible free of error, and does it only contain the truth of the Lord? It is common knowledge and practice to not question the origin and authenticity of the Bible as God’s inspired word. 2 Timothy 3:16 states, “All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” The Bible is the Word of God and contains the words of God, however, it was written by those he chose to do so. The Bible does not explicitly say “I said” or “I will” in the pretense of God; the more common phrases found
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the bible contains god's prophecies, laws, and the resurrection story of jesus. the bible is god-breathed and contains the words of god, but it was written by those he chose.
- Analyzes how the bible presents the first instance of a lie: eve and adam will die should they eat of the fruit and the serpent says they will not.
657 wordsRead More - This meaning, the Bible is a motivational tool. An example of this in passage is 2 Timothy 3:16, “All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” As the layers of a pizza each have their individual depth, the layers of the Bible (scriptures) are used as deeper significance and motivation for all God’s people to learn his ways and do well by him and others. Kuhn even mentions how the Bible is used by Christians similarly, “It grants believers the confident sense that answers to many of life’s questions (from the profound to most mundane) can be found in this sacred text (p. 4).” He is essentially stating the Bible is used for motivation and inspiration by many Christians to conquer daily
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how kuhn describes the bible as a conversation between several and god in having words with god.
- Analyzes how the bible is coherent, but at times it is downright confusing. psalms 119.89-90 makes coherency ring true as god is always there for us and is in heaven.
- Analyzes how kuhn explains that the bible is used as a motivational tool by many christians to conquer daily catastrophes.
- Analyzes how kuhn's title "the bible as conversation" states that the bible is both human and divine, and that divine intention is reversed by human intercession.
- Agrees with kuhn in how he interprets the bible metaphorically. the metaphor chosen in this essay (a pizza) seems fitting as there is always a variety within toppings and layers.
1010 wordsRead More - Illumination From The Holy Spirit Analysisanalytical essayAlthough, Jesus scolded the Jews for not believing on Him, He told them to “Search the scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of me.” (John 5:39 If only those who are saved and have the illumination of the Holy Spirit can understand the scriptures, Jesus would not have told unbelievers to search the scriptures, nor would Paul have stated that faith is produced by the Word of God. (Rom. 10:17)
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the doctrine of illumination is based, in part, upon a statement by the apostle paul to the christians at corinth.
- Explains that the doctrine removes verses from their context and contradicts what is taught elsewhere in the bible. berea was more fair-minded than thessalonica.
- Explains that jesus scolded the jews for not believing on him, but told them to "search the scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of me."
- Analyzes how paul stated in his letter to the corinthians that the world could not know god by this type of wisdom. he continued by mentioning some things that man had not known.
- Explains that man knows the gospel is god's power to save, that the truth purifies the heart, and that information has been revealed through the holy spirit.
- Explains that even those with superior wisdom could not know the mind of god without it being told to them. the "natural man" was the uninspired man; the "spiritual" is the inspired man.
- Argues that paul's letter would become a part of the bible, yet he expected them to understand it and follow its instructions.
589 wordsRead More - The Life of the Wordanalytical essayKeep this principle in mind: those who place their emphasis solely upon the written letter of the Bible had their foundation made up of what I
In this essay, the author
- Explains that the world isn't supposed to identify with you as being on their level of thinking. the world's carnality should be a godly and spiritually minded individual.
- Opines that when an individual is going through some type of struggle, false notions sometimes develop in the person's mind as a safeguard or detachment behavior.
- Argues that the lack of knowledge of the written word breeds arrogance on the side of those who seek after mere knowledge and not after the spiritual life substance.
- Opines that a heavenly-minded person is the only one that can effect change in this world.
- Explains that god will never communize himself with the world, and that man must step out of his carnal state to comprehend the spiritual mind of god.
- Argues that spiritual instability and spiritual death will continue to have dominion within the lives of those who are full of just mere knowledge because they have not the seed life (the word).
1584 wordsRead More - The Argument's Letter To The Biblical Basis Of Jesusanalytical essayLooking at the claim "Jesus was a man and as such could not also be God", the Bible can be used to confirm the first half and rebuke the second half. Jesus is both a man and God, simultaneously. If the second half were accurate, the gospel would be much less of the good news that it is.
In this essay, the author
- Opines that the bible can be used to confirm the first half and rebuke the second half of jesus being a man and god, simultaneously.
- Explains that paul's letter to the galatians speaks of the incarnation and birth of christ. jesus experienced the full range of human emotions, from weeping for lazarus' death to being troubled.
- Explains that even though jesus was a man, he was god as well. the council of chalcedon defined the union of the human and divine nature in the one person known as jesus christ.
- Explains that because jesus is both god and man, he can fully understand the human condition and reconcile us with god.
- Explains that the atonement of sins was only possible because of the incarnation of jesus.
- Argues that overemphasizing or denying either the deity or humanity goes against what the bible teaches.
- Explains the two prominent objections to christ's hypostatic union: ebionitism and arianism.
- Explains that knowing of christ's humanity can assist every christian in understanding how to live as god desires us to. knowing there is an example give them something to strive for in their everyday life.
694 wordsRead More - Gordon D. Fee's How To Read The Bible For All Its Worthexplanatory essayIn addition, Fee and Douglas included thirteen topics that were addressed: First, the need to interpret. Fee stress the importance of having someone who understand why the text was written doing the time it was composed. Second, the basic tool for a good translation. Oftentimes, much credit is given to the King James Version of the Bible, yet Fee argued the science of translation, the question of language, problems that could occur when dealing with historical interpretation, and choosing the correct sources that would give an authenticity interpretation of the Bible. Third, the Epistles, learning to think contextually. Fee expressed the significant of researching the text from who, what, when, where, and why perspective. Fourth, the Epistles, the hermeneutical questions involved in proper interpretation. Fifth, the Old Testament Narratives, their proper use. When a narrative is incorporated in biblical interpretation, the main characters, the antagonists, the plot and the plot conclusion must be considered. Six, Acts, the question of historical precedent. This is inclusive because everything that exist have a place of origin. Seventh, The Gospels, one story, many dimensions.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that gordon d. fee and douglas stuart, s of "how to read the bible for all its worth," wanted to ascertain that anyone could interpret it without having any form of theological training if they considered the premise for which this book was written.
- Describes the thirteen topics that were addressed by fee and douglas, including the need to interpret, the epistles, and the old testament narratives.
- Explains that anyone who reads the bible is considered an interpreter, and how the text or narratives are conveyed will influence that individual or group who has become the audience of that particular interpretation.
607 wordsRead More - Short essay 1comparative essayThroughout my experiences the bible has guide me through many situations, so when it means that the bible has authority is that the bible was conferred by God and God is our king and our savor. So the bible is an instrument of some sort for us as humans that need guidelines about different situations that maybe troubling us and we can always look to the word for enlighten and guidance. The bible has the author...
In this essay, the author
- Explains that sharing the gospel gives them the opportunity to inform and teach those that don't know and to have a grasp of their growth on how they grow within their faith and how studying the bible changed their mind.
- Explains that the bible is an instrument of some sort for humans that need guidelines about different situations that might troubling them. the bible has ity of the embodiment of god's self-disclosure.
- Explains that the bible's inspiration is within the scriptures, each book shares a story that may be similar to their story. john 7: 37-38 gives inspiration to do more and that there are no limits with god.
- Explains that inerrancy is a word that many unbelievers use to find errors not only in christianity but in other religions.
- Explains the relation between inspiration and inerrancy. god inspires believers and guides them into doing things of the impossible.
- Concludes that their views on ity, inspiration, and inerrancy of the bible is to be more like god. with someone who has so much authority in their life, they feel as if god can teach more than man can.
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