Validity Of The Bible
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Submitted by aechickie4 on 06/30/2008 05:21 PM
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Validity Of The Bible
Debate about the veracity of the Bible has been widespread since the beginning of the Christian religion. Some believe the Bible is merely a group of made-up stories, others say only some parts are true. Over time, however, some undeniable facts have surfaced, showing the Bible to be valid. Prophecies given in many books have been fulfilled, word for word. Many historical events outlined in the Bible, once thought to be mere tales, have been proven to be factual. Perhaps the most convincing, though, is the claim the Bible has of itself- namely, that it is the unquestionable word of an infallible God.
Seventeen of the Old Testament's thirty-nine books are classified as prophetic. The other twenty-two books are also filled with prophecy. The New Testament includes prophecy of both the past and the future. Beginning with John the Baptist, the Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation are all filled with information prophesied about the future (Richards 160). Bible prophecy is something to be handled delicately. People try to twist its words and force it to mean things it does not. When events take place, people look to the Bible for a fitting verse.
September 11 was a traumatizing event for our country, but also a perfect example of the words of prophecy twisted around. Supposed "Bible scholars" are telling Americans that this event connects to Daniel 8, a prophecy of the "end times." In the book of Daniel, The Holy Bible, New International Version, it reads:
In the latter part of their reign, when rebels have become completely wicked, a stern-faced king, a master of intrigue, will arise. He will become very strong, but not by his own power. He will cause astounding devastation and will succeed in whatever he does. He will destroy the mighty men and the holy people. He will cause deceit to prosper, and he will consider himself superior. When they feel secure, he will destroy many and take his stand against the Prince of princes....
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