David Frye~ 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, this is a testament to the varied historical and cultural circumstances of God’s people. 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- salvation is available to all who repent of their sins and commit to following God with all of their heart, an accept the pathway to peace which is in YaHushuWaH (Jesus) God Himself who came into this world and remained a sinless man, who was sacrificed as a guilt offering to justify all who believe in Him, and accept His pardon. This is because by nature, in our true condition we are all sinners, and since God is just, and demands justice for all that is wrong.... we had to be justified, by His love on the cross! THE GREATEST ACT OF LOVE THE WORLD WILL EVER KNOW....... In addition to sharing these commonalities, these 66 books contain no historical errors or contradictions
Posted on: Sat, 28 Sep 2013 18:47:31 +0000
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