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Confronting Christianity with Rebecca McLaughlin
Where Did The Bible Come From? with Susan Lim
Dec 12, 2023
Author Susan Lim joins Rebecca McLaughlin to discuss her book 'Light of the World.' They explore the origins of the Bible, the reliability of the New Testament, the inclusion of morally shocking failures of the apostles, the sacredness of the Old Testament, and the author's personal journey from Buddhism to Christianity.
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- The Bible's authenticity is supported by the numerous copies of its texts that closely align with each other, providing confidence in its reliability and accuracy.
- The Old Testament, recognized by Protestants, has a rich tradition and a rigorous process of examination to verify the authenticity and authority of its sacred writings.
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The Reliability of the Bible: Authenticity and Accuracy
The Bible's authenticity and accuracy are supported by the numerous copies of its texts that closely align with each other. Although the original autographs of the Old and New Testaments no longer exist, the large number of copies, especially in the New Testament, allow for precise reconstruction of the original texts. Minor variants found in the copies do not impact any doctrinal points, and the remarkable consistency among the copies affirms their reliability. Archaeological discoveries, such as the excavation of the Pool of Bethesda, have also provided evidence that aligns with biblical accounts. These findings, along with extra-biblical sources that corroborate biblical events, contribute to the confidence in the accuracy and authenticity of the Bible.
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