The Bible: Historic Book, Sacred Endeavor

Understanding the Bible as a unique historical document through apologetic study enables us to defend our faith in concrete ways. Evidence That Demands a Verdict by Josh McDowell covers the historical spectrum: “The Bible was written over a 1500-year span, by over 40 authors from every walk of life: Moses, a political leader, trained in the universities of Egypt; Peter, a fisherman; Amos, a herdsman; Joshua, a military general; Nehemiah, a cupbearer; Daniel, a prime minister, Luke, a doctor; Solomon, a king; Matthew, a tax collector; Paul, a rabbi. It was written in different places: in the wilderness; a dungeon; on a hillside; in a palace; inside prison walls. It was written during times of war and peace and from the heights of joy to the depths of sorrow and despair. It was written on three continents: Asia, Africa and Europe and in three languages: Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek.” McDowell goes on to explain: “The Bible was written to include hundreds of controversial subjects with harmony and continuity from Genesis to Revelation with one unfolding story: God’s redemption of man.”