Testing The Bible's Truth Claims
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Testing The Bible's Truth Claims
Authority of ScripturesSteve Gregg
In "Testing The Bible's Truth Claims," Steve Gregg discusses the need for a reliable authority when seeking the truth, and acknowledges the possibility of Christians being wrong in their beliefs. While possessing the Holy Spirit is a great resource for attaining knowledge, Gregg emphasizes the importance of effort and critical thinking. He asserts that the Bible is the best authority for matters of faith and practice, and encourages testing its claims to determine their authenticity and accuracy. Gregg also discusses the limitations of subjective experiences and places importance on objective evidence, both natural and supernatural.
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In "Historical Accuracy of the Bible," Steve Gregg argues that the Bible's historical accuracy can be confirmed through external historical sources an
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