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Does God Still Speak Through Prophets?

Some churches claim to have prophets who speak authoritatively for God. But is that really a thing anymore? If not, how do we hear from God?

Is the Bible Just Another Book?

Why do so many churches and Christians make such a big deal of the Bible? Isn’t it just an out-dated, irrelevant piece of ancient literature? Shouldn’t we keep it on the shelf and use more modern books to teach us how to live? These are the questions we’ll explore today.

Bible Basics: Where Did We Get the Bible?

The Bible has been around for thousands of years, carefully translated and maintained for the benefit of people today. But where did we get it, and how do we know it’s trustworthy?

How to Read Scripture for Breakthrough

If you’re looking for breakthrough in your everyday life – with thoughts, emotions, or habits – don’t just try harder in the moment of crisis. Discipline your thought life with the spiritual habits around scripture.

Why the Bible?

The Bible is the best-selling book of all time. But why can we trust what it teaches? Here are three reasons.

The Letter of Jude

The book of Jude is an impactful letter that explores the issue of corrupted teachers and conveys the powerful message that God’s grace through Jesus demands a whole life response.

Why You Can Rely on the Biblical Canon

Despite scrutiny from skeptics, Christians can be confident in the process that selected the books that are found in the Bible.

Does the Bible Support Slavery?

During one of the darkest times in US history, many Christian slave owners used the Bible to justify the enslavement of West Africans. But does the Bible actually condone slavery?

Should We Believe in Miracles Today?

Jesus said that we’ll do even greater works than he did. Does that mean we should all be miracle-workers?

How the Biblical Canon Was Formed

Where did the Bible come from, and how can we know that it’s truly authoritative in our lives today?

What Happens One Moment After You Die?

If you or a loved one is on a deathbed, questions about the afterlife are more real to you than ever. Here’s what the Bible says about what’s next.

Is the Transmission of the Bible Like the “Telephone Game”?

Is comparing the translation of the Bible comparable to the popular party game of “telephone”?

Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?

If the gospels are telling the story of Jesus’s life, why are there differences between them?

How the Biblical Canon Was Formed

Where did the Bible come from, and how can we know that it’s truly authoritative in our lives today?

Can You Calculate the Age of the Earth from Genesis 5?

Genesis 5 lists a genealogy stretching from Adam to Noah. Because the age of each person is given, many have tried to calculate the earth’s by adding up the numbers. But the how the Bible presents genealogies means this may not be correct.

Archeological Evidence: The Bible – Can You Dig It?

If the Bible is true, then we should expect the work of archeology to support the Bible. As we examine archeology we find this is exactly what happens.

The Bible as Jewish Meditation Literature | How to Read the Bible #4

Just like there is Middle English and Old English, there are different types of literature from different places, peoples, and times. The Bible is no different.

Plot in Biblical Narrative | How to Read the Bible #5

The Bible contains different genres of literature that should inform how we read it at points. In this topic, learn how to read biblical narratives.

What Is the Bible?

The Bible is one of the most influential books in human history. It explores big questions, like “Why do we exist?” and “What is the meaning of life?”

Has the Bible Changed Over the Centuries?

Because of the age of the Bible and the materials on which it was written, we don’t have any of the original manuscripts. This has led some people to argue that the Bible we have today is inaccurate. But the evidence tells another story.

What Is the Story of the Bible?

The Bible is a collection of books written over a long period of time that tells one unified story. Learn that story here.

How Did the Bible Become the Bible?

Who decided what books would be included in the Bible? Was it the Catholic Church? Why are many ancient books not included?

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