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NASB | 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed [given by divine inspiration] and is profitable for instruction, for conviction [of sin], for correction [of error and restoration to obedience], for training in righteousness [learning to live in conformity to God's will, both publicly and privately--behaving honorably with personal integrity and moral courage]; |
Bible Question:
Hello all, I was wondering how and why the church at large has decided to use this scripture to apply to the whole of the Bible. And a larger question then arises, how can we be sure that the Bible we hold today is truly God's inspired word. I'm asking as a Christian man struggling with the validity of the book I have come to hold so dear. Thanks so much, -joe |
Bible Answer: There is internal and external proofs that the Bible is valid. Above everything else, the change the Bible has had on my life. With the help of the Holy Spirit, my life is ever changing. Read 1 Corinthians 2. Now for the externals. All prophecy is clear and always has been fulfilled perfectly. More than 300 prophecies were fulfilled by Christ Himself at His first coming. Yes there are future prophecies yest to be fulfilled. The historical accuracy of the Bible is also perfect. Archeological findings have proven the Bible to be always correct. One site is http://www.christiananswers.net/archaeology/home.html The Bible is scientifically accurate. Including the roundness of the earth (Isa 40:22) and gravitational field (Job 26:7). There are 66 books, written over a period of 2,000 years, by 40 or more different people. It has perfect unity and consistency ... it is the inspired Word of God. Hope this helps ... moe important my the Bible have a dynamic effect on your life, Searcher |