can i trust the bible

As someone who once lost faith in the Bible during his time in seminary, Stephen knows firsthand the struggle many face when it comes to trusting this sacred text. Surprisingly, his journey to find faith in Jesus without the Bible led him to a strong confidence in its reliability. With a significant decline in trust amongst Americans, Stephen shares with us how he found answers to his questions and ultimately came to believe in the Bible's reliability.

Join us as we explore the epic story of the Bible, composed of 66 books written over 1500 years by 40 different authors in three languages. We'll discuss the Reformation's impact on allowing ordinary people to access the Bible and the process behind determining the Canon of the Bible. Furthermore, we'll examine the historical reliability of the Bible, specifically the four Gospels, which were based on firsthand accounts of Jesus' life and ministry.

Jesus invites us to test the Bible for ourselves and see if it's reliable. When we approach this incredible library of books with humility and openness, we can start to understand God's love for us and the story of God. So, let's explore the teachings of Jesus together and examine the reliability of the Bible, so you can make an informed decision about whether or not to trust this life-changing collection of books.

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On what basis can we hold the Bible as the authority in all aspects of our lives in the twenty-first century? This week’s message continues to examine the concept of Biblical inspiration and the manner of God's revelation to us. After all, we would understand nothing about God unless He reveals His mind to us. This He does through the solid foundation of Biblical teaching and the instrumentality of inspired writers. But the ultimate authority and power standing behind the Word of God is the Lord Jesus Christ Himself. His claims and prophecies were backed up by His tremendous power over death. Yes, the resurrection of Christ gives the iron clad stamp of approval by God Himself that the words He spoke and the scriptures He referred to were undisputedly authoritative.