THE HOLY BIBLE
THE BIBLE contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are holy, its precepts are binding, its histories are true, and its decisions are immutable. Read it to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy. It contains light to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you.
It is the traveler’s map, the pilgrim’s staff, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword, and the Christian’s charter. Here Paradise is restored, Heaven opened, and the gates of hell disclosed.
CHRIST is its grand subject, our good the design, and the glory of God its end.
It should fill the memory, rule the heart, and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is a mine of wealth, a paradise of glory, and river of pleasure. It is given you in life, will be opened at the judgment, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest responsibility, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.
It is the traveler’s map, the pilgrim’s staff, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword, and the Christian’s charter. Here Paradise is restored, Heaven opened, and the gates of hell disclosed.
CHRIST is its grand subject, our good the design, and the glory of God its end.
It should fill the memory, rule the heart, and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is a mine of wealth, a paradise of glory, and river of pleasure. It is given you in life, will be opened at the judgment, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest responsibility, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.
(The Gideons International, The New Testament, National Publishing Company, 1985, preface)
What is the Bible? - GotQuestions
The word “Bible” comes from the Latin and Greek words meaning “book,” a fitting name, since the Bible is the book for all people, for all time. It’s a book like no other, in a class by itself.
Sixty-six different books comprise the Bible. They include books of law, such as Leviticus and Deuteronomy; historical books, such as Ezra and Acts; books of poetry, such as Psalms and Ecclesiastes; books of prophecy, such as Isaiah and Revelation; biographies, such as Matthew and John; and epistles (formal letters) such as Titus and Hebrews.
Read more: https://www.gotquestions.org/what-is-the-Bible.html
The word “Bible” comes from the Latin and Greek words meaning “book,” a fitting name, since the Bible is the book for all people, for all time. It’s a book like no other, in a class by itself.
Sixty-six different books comprise the Bible. They include books of law, such as Leviticus and Deuteronomy; historical books, such as Ezra and Acts; books of poetry, such as Psalms and Ecclesiastes; books of prophecy, such as Isaiah and Revelation; biographies, such as Matthew and John; and epistles (formal letters) such as Titus and Hebrews.
Read more: https://www.gotquestions.org/what-is-the-Bible.html
Trusting the Text by Brian H. Edwards - Answers in Genesis
Without the original texts of the Bible in our hands, how can we be sure our surviving copies don’t contain lots of mistakes? Why does my reference Bible have notes at the bottom of the page that say things like “Some manuscripts add . . .” or “some early manuscripts omit . . .”? This is not a minor issue. Headed by Bart Ehrman, a growing movement claims that we cannot be sure what the original Bible said. Read more: https://answersingenesis.org/the-word-of-god/trusting-text/
Without the original texts of the Bible in our hands, how can we be sure our surviving copies don’t contain lots of mistakes? Why does my reference Bible have notes at the bottom of the page that say things like “Some manuscripts add . . .” or “some early manuscripts omit . . .”? This is not a minor issue. Headed by Bart Ehrman, a growing movement claims that we cannot be sure what the original Bible said. Read more: https://answersingenesis.org/the-word-of-god/trusting-text/
What evidence is there that the Bible is in fact God's Word? by Adrian Rogers - Love Worth Finding
I want to give you five reasons to affirm the Bible is the Word of God. [1. "scientific accuracy" 2. "historical accuracy" 3. "incredible unity" 4. "accurate prophecy" 5. "the Book of the Ages"] ...The Word of God. Know it. Believe it. It is True. Read more: https://www.lwf.org/questions-and-answers/what-evidence-is-there-that-the-bible-is-in-fact-gods-word
I want to give you five reasons to affirm the Bible is the Word of God. [1. "scientific accuracy" 2. "historical accuracy" 3. "incredible unity" 4. "accurate prophecy" 5. "the Book of the Ages"] ...The Word of God. Know it. Believe it. It is True. Read more: https://www.lwf.org/questions-and-answers/what-evidence-is-there-that-the-bible-is-in-fact-gods-word
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Through the ages, faithful men and women have endured great persecution so that we can hold the Bible in our hands and read it for ourselves: bloodshed, perseverance and boldness beyond imagination.
David Rives and Bible historian Rusty Maisel explore stories of inspiration and martyrdom.
Many times, we are led to believe that this persecution was all in the past, however, we see it today with those who stand on God’s Word. Bible believers and Christians are mocked, criticized, and in some places, possess Bibles at the risk of their own lives.
Through the ages, faithful men and women have endured great persecution so that we can hold the Bible in our hands and read it for ourselves: bloodshed, perseverance and boldness beyond imagination.
David Rives and Bible historian Rusty Maisel explore stories of inspiration and martyrdom.
Many times, we are led to believe that this persecution was all in the past, however, we see it today with those who stand on God’s Word. Bible believers and Christians are mocked, criticized, and in some places, possess Bibles at the risk of their own lives.
