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Nearly everyone agrees: U.S. going in wrong direction

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Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16
“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for showing people what is wrong in their lives, for correcting faults, and for teaching how to live right.” NCV

The story is told of a Christian professor holding a question and answer session at a speaking engagement in a secular University. A skeptical university student opened up the questioning, “Why do you believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God?” Now this is a very interesting question; and probably one of the most important questions any Christian could ask themselves. What is so special, so unique about the Bible that Christians believe it is literally the inspired word of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit — the Living God?

In answering this student’s question, the professor encouraged her to consider the following facts about the Bible:

“First, the Bible is not just one single book. This is a more common misconception than many people realize, especially with people who do not come from a Judeo-Christian background. Rather than being a single book, the Bible is actually a collection of 66 books, which is called the canon of scriptures. These 66 books contain a variety of genres: history, poetry, prophecy, wisdom literature, letters, and apocalyptic just to name a few.”

“Second, these 66 books were written by 40 different authors. These authors came from a variety of backgrounds: shepherds, fishermen, doctors, kings, prophets, and others. And most of these authors never knew one another personally.”

“Third, these 66 books were written over a period of 1500 years. Yet again, this is another reminder that many of these authors never knew or collaborated with one another in writing these books.”

“Fourth, the 66 books of the Bible were written in 3 different languages. In the Bible we have books that were written in the ancient languages of Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic; a reflection of the historical and cultural circumstances in which each of these books were written.”

“And finally, these 66 books were written on 3 different continents: Africa, Asia and Europe. Once again a testament to the varied historical and cultural circumstances of God’s people.

Then the professor continued with a brief summary, “Think about the above realities: 66 books, written by 40 different authors, over 1500 years, in 3 different languages, on 3 different continents. What’s more, this collection of books shares a common storyline — the creation, fall, and redemption of God’s people; a common theme — God’s universal love for all of humanity; and a common message that salvation is available to all who repent of their sins and commit to following Jesus with all of their heart, soul, mind and strength. In addition to sharing these commonalities, these 66 books contain no historical errors or contradictions. God’s word truly is an amazing collection of writings!

After sharing the above facts with this student, the professor offered her and every other student present the following challenge, “If you do not believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, if you do not believe that the Bible is of a supernatural origin, than I challenge you to a test.”

The professor continued, “I challenge you to go to any library in the world and find 66 books which match the characteristics of the 66 books in the Bible. You must choose 66 books — written by 40 different authors — over 1500 years — in 3 different languages — written on 3 different continents. However, they must share a common storyline, a common theme, and a common message, with no historical errors or contradictions.”

Then he said, “If you can produce such a collection of books, I will admit that the Bible is not the inspired word of God.” The student’s reply was almost instantaneous, she emphatically stated, “But that’s impossible!”

Comment:
It truly is impossible, for any collection of human writings. However — our Bible passes this test. The Bible contains 66 books, written by 40 different authors, over 1500 years, in 3 different languages, on 3 different continents, with no historical errors or contradictions. The entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation bears the mark of Divine Inspiration from the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The next time you encounter someone who asks you why you believe the Bible is the inspired word of God — try sharing this challenge with them. Better yet, don’t wait until you’re asked, just go ahead and share this challenge with a friend today. You don’t even have to mention the Bible up front — just ask them:

Do you think it would be realistic to assemble a collection of books in any library in the world that meet this criteria?

66 Independent Books– history, poetry, prophecy, wisdom literature, letters.
40 Different Writers- no collaboration – shepherds, fishermen, doctors, kings, prophets, and others
1500 Years of Writing
3 Different Languages- Hebrew, Greek, Aramaic
3 Separate Continents -Africa, Europe, Asia
1 Common Story Line – the creation, fall, and redemption of God’s people; a common theme — God’s universal love for all of humanity; and a common message that salvation is available to all who repent of their sins and commit to following Jesus with all of their heart, soul, mind and strength.
1 Common Theme
1 Common Message
0 Historical Errors
0 Contradictions

Of course you know the answer is the Divinely Inspired Bible — but you just might be surprised by what the Holy Spirit does with those you challenge!

Prayer: Father thank you for providing the Divinely Inspired Bible as a personal letter for me to conduct my life. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen!

Truisms

*    If you’re too open minded, your brains will fall out.

*    Age is a very high price to pay for maturity.

 *  Going to church doesn’t make you a Christian any more than

going to a garage makes you a mechanic.

 *    Artificial intelligence is no match for natural stupidity.

 *    If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you’ve

never tried before.

 *    My idea of housework is to sweep the room with a glance.

*    Not one shred of evidence supports the notion that life is

serious.

*    It is easier to get forgiveness than permission.

*    For every action, there is an equal and opposite government

program.

 *    If you look like your passport picture, you probably need

the trip.

 *    Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.

*    A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so

good.

*    Eat well, stay fit, die anyway.

*    Men are from earth. Women are from earth. Deal with it.

 *    No husband has ever been shot while doing the dishes.

 *    A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand.

*  Middle age is when broadness of the mind and narrowness of

the waist change places.

*    Opportunities always look bigger going than coming.

*    Junk is something you’ve kept for years and throw away three

weeks before you need it.

*    There is always one more imbecile than you counted on.

*    Experience is a wonderful thing. It enables you to recognize

a mistake when you make it again.

*    By the time you can make ends meet, they move the ends.

*    Thou shalt not weigh more than thy refrigerator.

*    Someone who thinks logically provides a nice contrast to the

real world.

*    Blessed are they who can laugh at themselves for they shall

never cease to be amused.

Koran:

Chapter 4:55: Obedience

 Chapter 4: 57–They killed Him not. Allah tricked people.

 Chapter 5:47 Christians must judge by the Gospel or Christians are rebels.

 I judge by the Gospels that Jesus was crucified, died, and rose again on the 3rd day.