The Bible…this ongoing best seller has endured for almost 2000 years. Remarkably, the Bible’s influence continues around the world in places as different as China, Africa and the Middle East. But why? Through the centuries millions have honored its writings as God’s word…God’s revelation to the human race. Others however think of the Bible as merely a collection of old stories and the sayings of a rabbi named Jesus. In a modern enlightened world, can an ancient book like the Bible really be considered God breathed, inspired and offering timeless wisdom to all generations? 00:00 00:48: Introduction 00:48 03:26: What History Reveals 03:26 09:24: Does the Bible Encourage Violence? 09:24 10:56: Addressing Apparent Contradictions in the Bible 10:56 14:24: Historical Reliability of the Old Testament 14:24 17:43: Historical Reliability of the New Testament 17:43 20:18: Is the New Testament Canon a Result of Political Decisions? 20:18 24:57: Accepting the Authority of the Bible 24:57 25:27: End Credits
