Describe what Christians mean by the bible has authority
How do you explain the bible
2007-10-10 10:06:56 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The bible is like an instruction manual on life. It gives us instructions on how to deal with daily issues as well as profound issues that we may face. It is also God's last will and "testament". The bible clearly states all that He has in store for us and what responsibilities we have in order to receive them.
The reason the bible has all of this meaning within it is because it is the word of God. "In the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the word was God".
2007-10-10 10:29:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Wow, this is seriously a question that requires a long answer. You really want to know?
***This is NOT going to be a copy and paste.***
Let's see:
1. Prophecy. There are HUNDREDS of specific prophecies which have been fulfilled (the rest concern the "end times" and have yet to be fulfilled). Some are even attested to throughout history.
2. Many things in it have been corroborated by history, science (yes, science), and archaeology. Not all of it, not by a long shot, but a lot.
3. It contains wisdom that is still used today. Take the Proverbs, for instance.
4. The Bubonic Plague was ended when the system for cleansing and for containment, described in the Bible, was used.
And there are so many more reasons. Those are all I can think of right now. I think I need to go to bed.
2007-10-10 10:19:24 · answer #2 · answered by The_Cricket: Thinking Pink! 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
The Bible (latin for Book) is better described as a library of books in two sections. The first (Commonly called the Old Testament) references how God dealt with mankind from the beginning until the fulfilment of His plan. The second, the New Testament, is the record of the establishment and the definitions of the Covenant God offers to mankind (through Jesus Christ).
When Bible authority is mentioned, it is ususally the idea that the BIble is the communication of God.
There is a lack of time to explain why these books are the Bible, but in a short answer it is because they are commonly testified in antiquity as being authentic by the author, and accepted betweem each other. These books are self-refered to as Scripture, the WOrd of God, The Word of Truth, the Bread of Life (more spiritual context), and we call it the BIble
Here is what the Bible says about itself, Scripture:
2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.
Note the important points in this statement:
1. All scripture is spoken by God
2. It has a purpose for our life
3. It makes us complete, and thoroughly equipped
The third point makes clear that no other text or book or guidance is needed to be a person of God. Just the Bible. No priest, preacher, reverand, pastor, rabbi, or scholar is necessary in your understanding of God
Here is another statement the Bible makes about itself:
Jude 3 I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints.
If it was delivered once for all 2000 years ago, no other revelations are going to occur. This also sets the stage for Bible authority: there is no other authority
One more point the Bible makes about itself:
Revelation 22:18 For I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: If anyone adds to these things, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this book; 19 and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part from the Book of Life, from the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.
The Bible is not to be changed in meaning, or application. Consider it the blueprint of Salvation; if the pattern is not followed, then the structure is not sound
2007-10-10 10:19:59 · answer #3 · answered by Cuchulain 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
2 Timothy 3:16.
American Standard Version
"Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness."
The Bible is God's written Word to us.
It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit.
“Above all you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet's own interpretation. For prophecy never had its origin in the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.” 2 Peter 1:20-21. (New International Version)
Breakdown of the Bible
36 human authors inspired entirely by God over 1600 years.
66 separate books
39 Old Testament
Genesis- The creation of the world, sin, flood and birth of Israel
Exodus to Esther- History of the nation of Israel
Job to Proverbs- the books of poetry and wisdom
Isaiah to Malachi- Prophecy or foretelling of the future events to come.
27 New Testament
Matthew to John - Four Gospels representing the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ now with all authority in Heaven and earth.
Acts- Birth of the Church (The Bride of Christ)
Romans to Jude - Letters to the Churches
Revelations - The ultimate future plans for: The Church, Heaven, Hell, a New Heaven and a New Earth.
Here are some Bible Study Resources for anything you may want to look up:
http://www.Biblegateway.com
http://www.Ntgateway.com
http://www.Bible.org
http://www.bible-history.com
http://www.answersingenesis.org/
2007-10-10 10:15:45 · answer #4 · answered by 4HIM- Christians love 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
You are not asking for an answer...you want a dissertation.
Simple answer:
When Christians say that the Bible has authority, we mean that God, Who inspired it, is the final authority on everything.
Explain the Bible? You don't want much, do you?
Simple answer:
God inspired talented men who loved Him to write His story.
2007-10-10 10:26:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
The bible is our creator God's written word to us His people. The God who created the universe actually inspired His prophets, apostles and others to write about how much He loves us and gives us a set of guidelines and rules to live by which are for our benefit. The Logos word is the written word which we read and the Rhema word is when God speaks to us by His spirit in an extraordinary powerful way - it makes a huge impact when we here Him speak to our hearts - there's no mistaking His voice. When God designed us He put eternity in our hearts - that all men and women would seek Him and enjoy being in relationship with Him - He is a personal God and longs for us to come close to Him. God came to earth in the person of Jesus to draw all mankind back to Himself. He is a living God and daily longs for us to love Him in return.
So by God's authority the world was made. Everything is under Jesus feet.
2007-10-10 11:37:29 · answer #6 · answered by ;) 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The Bible is the absolute truth on getting to Heaven. It is an amazing book, you really should read it. It makes you feel warm inside, it also makes me feel like being nice to someone. I love the Bible, it's word is true and I know that because I can feel it in my heart.
2007-10-10 10:15:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Never mind the Bible. Become a Christian.
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2007-10-10 12:35:20 · answer #8 · answered by miller 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The Bible is the word of God and since God has authority over everything so does his word.
2007-10-10 10:12:26 · answer #9 · answered by alack81 2 · 9⤊ 1⤋
The bible is the instruction book written by Rome in the days that Rome was the authority.
2007-10-10 11:28:12 · answer #10 · answered by Terry M 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋