I do know the answer to the question, but I am interested in the view point of others on this. Many feel it is just a book of stories, but evidence shows it to be historically and accurately correct. What do you think?
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No man has the ability to write something that reliable. The bible defines most words by the context of the first usage. The first word in the bible has to be 'beginning' according to that definition, but it took thousands of years for some man to notice that.
The Bible is from God it proves that its printed pages are messages from God. Let's look at a few of those messages :
1) Hebrews 4:12, "For the word of God is alive and exerts power and is sharper than any two-edged sword and pierces even to the dividing of soul and spirit, and joints from the marrow, and is able to discern thoughts and intentions of the heart."
Can any man reach the inner side of man to bring about the above ? The above scripture tells us the word of God or the Bible is alive, and its powerful. In other words the message is real it has the power to change peoples lives for the better.
2) 2 Timothy 3:16, "All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness, so that the man of God may be fully competent, completely equipped for every good work."
The above scripture is telling us all the scripture or the entire bible from Genesis to Revelation is inspired by God. It's beneficial for teaching, reproving, setting things straight and disciplining. In other words if we practice what the Bible says we will b a better person to ourselves and to society.
3) Psalms 37:10/11, "Just a little while longer, and the wicked will be no more. But the meek ones will possess the earth, And they will find exquisite
delight in the abundance of peace."
The above scripture helps us to see despite all the wickedness that's taking place in the world today, God's word the Bible promises us that the meek ones will possess the earth and will have abundance of peace forever. Only God could bring about such conditions.
4) Revelation 21:4, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away"
Can any man promise such conditions, no more tear, no more death, no more outcry, no more pain.? Only God can bring about such perfect conditions. Hope the above information answered your question and if you need more information or have more questions please contact me or visit our website at JW.org
Thank you, couldn't have said it better.
I absolutely agree with you
How nice that we get our own personal letter from God , a set of instructions, a "how to book", so to speak. 2 Timothy 3:16,17
This book assist imperfect man on his journey back to God. This provision was made for use because as 1 Peter 5:7 explains, "because he cares for us".
Although humans are very smart and creative in many ways, history has shown, that man is incapable of complete positive thoughts and rulership of himself. Jeremiah 10:23
The proof is found in the truths, from the author of the Bible, God, not man.
The Bible is a loving gift from God to mankind. And yes, the Bible is a book inspired by Jehovah, the God of the Bible (2nd Timothy 3:16-17). The Bible, also gives reliable and practical advice for improving everyday living, as well as for navigating through this unpredictable world.
Good question. Each and every one has different views of the Bible, but u asked a personal question and yes the Bible is definitely a book from God.
Let’s say for the case of argument for those that think that the Bible is old and out of date, does an old book information makes it any less real? No not at all. Written proof from the Bible shows that it is real and dependent or accurate. Bible prophecies have proven that it’s truthful and reliable.
2 Timothy 3:16/17 tells us,”All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight,for disciplining in righteousness, so that the man of God may be fully competent, completely equipped for every good work.” This Scripture shows the many benefits from living our lives in harmony with bible principles, doing so makes us better people and contributing to society.
So the question is does following bible principles makes us a better person or not? Off course those who live up to bible principles always live a better, clean, satisfying lives contributing to society and having real loving interest for others, Upkeeping the law and thinking of others other than one self.
Interesting question that is raised!
The Bible is inspired of God - 2 Timothy 3:16
The Bible also helps us to see at 2 Peter 1:21 that Men spoke from God as they were moved by holy spirit.
To give an example: A businessman might have a secretary write a letter. That letter contains the businessman’s thoughts and instructions. So, in reality it is really his letter, not the secretary’s. In a similar way, the Bible contains God’s message, not that of the men who wrote it down. Thus, the entire Bible truthfully is the word of God.
If one tries to study the history of the Bible or the book of Genesis or other books, it takes us back to over one thousand DC and around this pre- historic time, there is no proof of what actually happened. The origin of the book is attributed to Moses but some people doubt the existence of Moses. Definitely, the Bible is not a book from God. It is a book about God, written by man. It is man's realization or understanding of God. It is man's contemplation and reflection on religion, that has created all these scriptures. Therefore, we should not blindly believe in any scriptures. We should read, interpret and go within. We should use our intelligence to interpret it, with our deep love for God.
True Christians accept it as God's Word, others feel that it is an old book so this is where the division can be.