Why do Christians believe in the Bible?
Is it possible that a 2000-year-old book could be relevant to people today? Christians hold up...
Why should we trust the Bible?
The Bible lies at the heart of the Christian faith. Without it, we would know little or nothing...
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The IVP Bible Dictionary Series
Unique among reference books on the Bible, the volumes of the IVP Bible Dictionary Series bridge the gap between scholars and those pastors, teachers, students and lay people desiring in-depth treatment of select topics in an accesible and summary format.
Articles cover traditional and contemporary topics, including cross-sectional themes, methods of interpretation, significant historical or cultural background, and each Old and New Testament book as a whole.
http://ivpress.com/cgi-ivpress/book.pl/code=2900
John Wycliffe (ca. 1324-1384) : Christian History Institute
The 32nd of Christian History Institute's In Context series examines the circumstances surrounding a statement by John Wycliffe about the importance of Scripture.
http://chitorch.org/index.php/in-context/wycliffe/
Scripture in the Bible: 2 Timothy 3:16-17
From this passage and others like it, Christians find the idea that Scripture--the Bible--is inspired by God and utterly reliable. The Bible is trustworthy and can be relied upon for all our spiritual needs.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Timothy%203:16-17&version=NIV
Doer - a Christian perspective
It's not enough just to listen to, or even memorize, Scripture. What's important is that we actually do what it says, and become "doers" of the Word.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James%201:22&version=KJV
Reading Scripture - a Christian perspective
Christians are instructed here to make Scripture reading a central part of their public and private lives.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Timothy%204:13&version=NIV
"Meditate" in the Bible: Joshua 1:8
We're not just to read God's Word; we are to meditate on it day and night. Meditating on Scripture means thinking about what you read carefully and pondering its application to your life.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Joshua%201:8&version=NIV
God breathed - a Christian perspective
Christians believe that Scripture is authored by God and completely trustworthy. This verse describes Scripture as being "breathed out of God" (some Bibles say "god-breathed")--in other words, the Bible has an unimpeachable source.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Timothy%203:16;&version=47;
Word of God in the Bible: Hebrews 4:12
The Word of God (Scripture) is described as a spiritual weapon of great power--in this case, a sword that cuts straight to the heart. It cuts past excuses and defenses, and confronts us with its truth.
http://biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Heb.4.12&version=NIV
Understanding Your Bible
How can I be sure that I'm interpreting my Bible correctly? This guide is designed to help you understand the Bible the way that God intended you to understand it. It outlines how to interpret the Scriptures in light of context, background and much more.
http://backtothebible.org/index.php/Understanding-Your-Bible.html
Ron Hutchcraft Ministries - Never Without Your Weapon - #4621
Israeli soldiers are respected all over the world for their military ability. That day in Jerusalem, I saw one reason why. They know something every follower of Christ has to remember. We have to always be prepared for war, and it doesn't stop because you're relaxing. Always carry your weapon - the artillery of God's words loaded in your heart.
http://hutchcraft.com/A-Word-With-You/Your-Relationships/Never-Without-Your-Weapon-4621