Page 8 - Doctrine and History of the Preservation of the Bible revised

The Bible is a book that is both human and divine. It is God's Word written by human beings. The idea
of an authoritative, divinely inspired Scripture is not something that the church invented; it is the
testimony of the biblical writers. The claims of biblical authority can be seen in three areas. First, God
told them to write down the truth that he revealed. Second, the words they composed ultimately came
from God. They made it clear that God supernaturally spoke to them, what they wrote down was not
their own words. Finally, the contents of Scripture are fully authoritative. They are the final words on
all matters of faith and practice.

Can I trust the Bible?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPaeo19sQXw

Let’s Practice…

1. Write out a definition of bibliology.

2. Write out the definition of the doctrine of preservation.

3. What does the Greek word, logos mean and how does it apply to Jesus Christ?

4. Cite a verse in the Bible where God promises to come in flesh to reveal who He is.

5. What verse in the Bible tells us that the Bible is “god breathed?”

6. What verse in the Bible tells us that God spoke through the prophets of old?

7. How many times does the Bible declare that “God said” or “Thus says the Lord?”

8-10. What three areas demonstrate the claims of biblical authority?

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