Dealing with Doubts - Why I Believe in the God of the Bible, Part 2
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May 21, 2025
Dive into the intellectual reasons for believing in the God of the Bible. Discover how historical, prophetic, and philosophical evidence shapes faith. Learn why not all religions lead to the living God and the significance of sincere belief. Explore the transformative power of grace and find out how personal barriers like ignorance and pride can hinder faith. Uncover the impact of Christianity on society and relationships, emphasizing the importance of community and support in spiritual journeys.
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Impact of Christian Contributions
Christians have historically driven major advances like the scientific and industrial revolutions.
They also fostered women's rights, abolition of slavery, and numerous life-improving inventions.
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Pragmatic Power of the Gospel
Jesus' teachings practically promote healthy relationships and societal kindness.
The gospel's power is evident as it changes lives and restores relationships.
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Forgiveness Across Enemy Lines
In the Middle East, Christian believers from hostile nations reconciled through the gospel.
Two former enemies hugged and forgave each other, exemplifying the gospel's power.
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Chip explains why it’s intellectually honest to believe that the God of the Bible is actually the one, true God. As narrow as that may sound, there’s compelling evidence that it’s true and that you can not only confidently believe in God, but explain to others why they don’t have to throw their brains in the trash to believe it too.
Main Points
Presupposition #1: Aren’t all religions essentially the same?• Answer: No, not all religions lead to the living God.
Presupposition #2: Does it really matter what a person believes as long as he or she is sincere and practices those beliefs?• Matthew 7:13-147
Reasons I believe the God of the Bible is the one true God
About Chip Ingram: Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.
About Living on the Edge: Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.