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Is The Bible True?

Is the Bible true? This is a crucial question to answer. If it can be proven that we have an instruction book from God, then we should truly investigate its contents. Take the challenge and weigh the evidence yourselves.

  • Misquoting Jesus: Read a response to Bart Ehrman’s book Misquoting Jesus. Study some Greek variants that lead to his conclusion on textual criticism.
  • Is the Bible True Video: What does the evidence of history, archaeology, and prophecy reveal about Biblical inspiration, trustworthiness, and authenticity? You gotta watch this short video clip.
  • Biblical Inspiration: Investigate seven problem texts cited by Ehrman in the book Misquoting Jesus. Do the affect key doctrines of the faith?
  • Old Testament Law: Do Old Testament laws continue to bind Christians today? Read this response to Sam Harris by RC Metcalf.
  • Importance of the Dead Sea Scrolls Video: What does this discovery mean to the integrity of the ancient scriptures? Why are the Dead Sea Scrolls so important? Stream this short video and dig deeper now!
  • Teachings of Jesus: What was Jesus’ response to the Old Testament Law? Does it point the way to forgiveness and salvation from sin?
  • Bible Translations: Study the five major translations and the history of each. Why are there so many versions of the Bible?
  • Temple Mount Jerusalem: Study the history of this site. What is the significance to Judaism, Islam, and Christianity? Why the importance?
  • Bethlehem: What events occurred in this historic town? What is the archaeological discoveries? What can be seen today?
  • Ein Gedi: What is the significance of this biblical location? What can we learn from the archaeology discovered here?
  • Herod the Great: How was it that God used a Roman-appointed Idumean to build a Jewish Temple complex to which Messiah did indeed come, and which Rome itself ultimately destroyed?
  • Fulfillment of Bible Prophecy: Could the Gospel writers have told the story of Jesus’ life in such a way that it conformed to Old Testament prophecy?
  • History of the Rosetta Stone Video: Why are Egyptian Hieroglyphics so important to Biblical Studies? Have Egyptian artifacts impacted the integrity of the Jewish scriptures? Click to watch this short video stream now!
  • Basics of Archaeology Video: Stream this short video clip now. What are the basics of biblical archaeology? Is archaeology just treasure hunting or compelling evidence for truth?
  • Septuagint: The background of this Greek transaltion commissioned in Egypt in about 250 BC.
  • Introduction To The Bible: Read the Bible as an "intellectual exercise" to help connect the dots with respect to historical people, places and events.
  • Bible Contradictions: A look at the alledged errors and what the discrepencies actually tell us about the Bible.
  • Christian Persecution: A look at the early Christian martyrs and the impact of this testimony today.
  • Bible Truth?: Is the Bible really what it claims to be? Review the evidence for yourself.
  • Who Wrote The Bible: The accounts of this ancient collect are remarkably credible in light of history.
  • Josephus: Did this Jewish historian provide accounts of Jesus and the early Christian church?
  • All About Truth: Does the Bible claim to be the very words of God? How can we know for sure? What is the evidence?
  • History of Israel Video: Randall Niles looks at the ancient prophecies of Isaiah, Ezekiel, and Jeremiah in light of current events in the Jewish state of Israel.
  • New Testament Archaeology: Cross-reference the latest archaeological finds with the New Testament passages. It’s a fascinating and faith-building exercise.
  • Biblical Archaeology: Ancient civilizations, law and culture. Evidence that reveals early Israel. Dramatic support for Old Testament scripture. The most recent discoveries.
  • Israel History: Although general strife in the Middle East has slowed archaeological endeavors, finds continue to establish the Bible's reliability every day.
  • Origin of the Bible Video: You have to see this short video clip on ancient manuscripts and how they were created! Check out how many manuscripts of the New Testament have been found! It will blow your mind!
  • Zeitgeist Movie: Did the writers of the Bible plagiarized all their concepts from the story of Horus? What are the facts?
  • Zeitgeist Movie Video: Did mystery religions influence Christianity? Randall Niles looks at the ancient pagan and mystery religions.
  • History Of The Bible: The history of the Bible begins with the Jewish Scriptures, a phenomenal account of history written over about 1,500 years.
  • Moral Ethics Video: Randall Niles examines the conflicting concepts of moral relativism and universal truth as they are applied by many people today.
  • Bible Truth Video: What does the evidence of history, archaeology, and prophecy reveal about Biblical inspiration, trustworthiness, and authenticity?
  • All About Archaeology: What is it? How does it uncover history? What can we learn from these fascinating artifacts? Discover awesome things that reveal hidden truth.
  • Bible Prophecy: Is there evidence for God’s Word or is it no more than an elaborate hoax? Study the evidence in Daniel.
  • Al Khazneh: What myths and history revolve around the treasury at Petra? What do historians say? Find out here.
  • 10 Commandments: Where can we find this powerful list of moral standards? Read them for yourself now.
  • Bible Codes: Are there extra layers of meaning purposely designed into the Bible?
  • City of Petra: What is the significance of this great tourist spot and city of history? Find out about the inhabitants and history.
  • Dead Sea Scrolls: What do these ancient texts tell us about the timing and legitimacy of the Messianic prophecies?
  • Petra the Ancient City: Why do the fascinating remains of remote cities always seem to entice our imagination? Learn about the discovery and inhabitants.
  • Bible Manuscripts: There is no body of ancient literature in the world which enjoys such a wealth of good textual attestation as the New Testament.
  • Bible Origin: How do we test for divine inspiration? Can we prove that the Bible came from God?
  • Bible Prophecy: The Bible itself declares the test for divine inspiration! The test is established as 100% fulfilled prophecy - no mistakes!
  • Power Of Prophecy: The biblical prophecies aren't a tabloid lark, contrivance, conspiracy, or after-the-fact hoax. They are absolutely legitimate and compelling.
  • Is The Bible True?: Can we trust the Bible that we read today? How does it compare with the original texts?
  • Ancient Israel: Megiddo has now been extensively excavated, revealing such treasures as the Canaanite religious "high places" mentioned throughout the Old Testament.
  • Saint Luke: Luke is a historian of the first rank; this author should be placed along with the greatest of historians.
  • Bible Archaeology: A look at various finds throughout the Holy Land that provide evidence for the accuracy of the Bible.
  • Ark Of The Covenant: Why was this special traveling container of the Israelites so important?
  • Messianic Prophecy: Examine some of the predictions found in the ancient texts of the Jewish people.
  • Biblical Archaeology: A systematic approach to archaeology has taken off in the last century, revealing a great deal about the integrity of the Bible.
  • Christian Prophecy: The Jewish Scriptures are filled with predictions of a coming Messiah. Check them out here.
  • Gospel Of Luke: Luke was a credible historian. His account was designed to collect the evidence and present the historical "case" for Jesus.
  • Bible Contradictions Video: Are there contradictions in the Bible, and if so, how do you explain them? Mike Licona explains.
  • Lost Gospel: What are the lost books of the Bible? What is the Gospel of Judas? Find out the facts here.
  • Bible Prophecies Fulfilled: A look at some Bible Prophecies Fulfilled in history, including the Decree of Cyrus, City of Tyre, and City of Samaria.
  • Ancient Mesopotamia: Numerous sites and artifacts have been uncovered that reveal much about the culture of ancient Mesopotamia. Check out the Sumerian King List.
  • Bible Contradictions: To be fair, I knew I needed to analyze my list of alleged Bible errors according to traditional rules of logic and reason.
  • Origin Of The Bible: What's the historic background of the Bible and its collection of ancient works?
  • Bible Translations: The primary differences between today's Bible translations are merely related to how translators interpret a word or sentence from the original language.
  • Petra: Where is it? What is the history? What is its present function? Consider the facts of this breath-taking location.
  • Biblical Prophecy: Does biblical history line up with secular history. Learn the facts and view several examples from the Old Testament book of Daniel.
  • Gospel Of John: Were there really divine underpinnings to all of these books? Could I really accept that these books were God-inspired?
  • King James Bible: Truly we have living proof that the beauty and inerrancy of God’s Word has been safeguarded over the centuries.
  • Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit Video: Randall Niles visits the Israel Museum in Jerusalem where many of the Dead Sea Scrolls are stored, including the Great Isaiah Scroll.
  • Qumran Caves Video: The Caves at Qumran above the Dead Sea in Israel. Randall Niles views Cave 4 at Qumran, discovered in 1952. This is one of the famous caves where the Essenes hid the Jewish Scriptures during the first century.
  • Dead Sea Scrolls Video: Randall Niles goes on location to tell the story of the Essenes and the ancient Jewish scriptures hidden in caves above the Dead Sea in Israel.
  • History Of Israel: A look at the ancient nation of Israel and its profound impact on our culture.
  • Israel Archaeology: In 1993, archaeologists discovered a stone inscription at the ancient city of Dan, which refers to the "House of David."
  • Holy Bible: The ancient books that make up the Old and New Testaments are integrated in a very special way.
  • Moses and the Exodus: What is the story of the Exodus of the Hebrews out of Egypt? What possible contradictions come into play?
  • King Tut Throne: Study the discovery of King Tut's throne, also known as Tut's Golden Throne? What does the artifact say of the culture of that time?
  • Exodus Route: What route did Moses take as he led the Hebrew Exodus out of Egypt? What are the typically held views and what are the facts?
  • Churches of Revelation Video: Stream this short video clip from ColdWater Media on the incredible seven churches of Revelation. This Rocks!
  • Galilee Boat Video: Randall Niles visits the restored first century find known as the Jesus Boat on the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
  • Samaria: What major biblical events occurred in Samaria? What lessons can we learn from studying this location?
  • Mount Sinai: Who visited this location in Old Testament times? What is this mount most known for? Can we learn from the history?
  • Shechem: What is the significance of this location in biblical archaeology? Can we learn from the archaeological finds?
  • Patriarchs: What is a Patriarch? Learn about the patriarchs of the Old Testament—including Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph.
  • Sea of Galilee Video: Randall Niles scans the shoreline near Ancient Genesar Harbor during a major drought in 2008.
  • Kidron Valley Video: Randall Niles looks up at the Golden Gate on the Temple Mount of Ancient Jerusalem.
  • Tel Dan Video: Randall Niles explores the ancient stronghold of northern Israel at the headwaters of the Dan Spring just below Mount Hermon.
  • Megiddo Video: Randall Niles explores Solomon's Gate entering ancient Megiddo just above the Jezreel Valley in Israel.
  • Bible Archaeology Video: Randall Niles goes on a journey from Treasure Hunting to Soft Science.
  • Chorazin Video: Randall Niles stands in the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught above the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
  • Pontius Pilate Video: Randall Niles reads from Pilate's dedication stone to Tiberias at Caesarea on the Mediterranean Sea in Israel.
  • Temple Mount Video: Randall Niles views the Temple Mount of Ancient Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives across the Kidron Valley.
  • Tabgha Video: A View of the Sea of Galilee above Tabgha. Randall Niles looks out from the hillside where the masses listened to Jesus teach.
  • Caesarea Philippi Video: Peter's Confession at Banias. Randall Niles looks at the biblical significance of Caesarea Philippi to Jesus and his disciples.
  • Seven Churches in Revelation: Do the seven churches of Revelation refer to literal churches? If so, do they also have spiritual significance for churches and believers today? Watch these short video clips!
  • Beersheba: Is Beersheba significant in the Bible? Why does it say From Dan to Beersheba? What have we learned from archaeology?
  • Dan Israel: Learn about this ancient city that was originally called Laish. What have we learned from archaeologists about this city?
  • Arad: What is the significance or Arad? What have archaeologists discovered to help us learn about Arad? Find out here.
  • Hazor: This is the largest archaeological site apart from Jerusalem. What can we learn from the discoveries that happen here?
  • Goshen: What makes this land unique? What important events took place in this area? Find out what archaeological significance it has.
  • Caesarea Maritima: What is the archaeological significance of this city? Does it display the greatness of Herod and Augustus? Find out here.
  • Megiddo: What major battles occurred in this valley? What do the artifacts say? What has been discovered?
  • Elah: What artifacts have been found in this valley? What is the significance? Study the artifacts.
  • Gezer: Has this site been excavated regularly? What has been discovered? When? What can we learn from the excavations?
  • Jericho Archaeology: What have excavations told us about the walls of Jericho? Do the artifacts support the biblical account?
  • Lachish: What has been discovered in this city, located at Tel el-Hesi? What is the significance of these discoveries?
  • Masada: What is the history of this location? What has archaeology and history told us of its significance? What does Masada stand for today?
  • Creationism: Is there any added value in the belief that God gave us a realistic description of the origin of the universe in the book of Genesis?
  • Essenes: What sacred writings did this community protect and preserve? What is the importance of Qumran in archaeology?
  • Capernaum: How do artifacts found in Capernaum date? Do they line up with writings of any historians? Find archaeology information here.
  • History of the Rosetta Stone: What is the history behind this famous discovery? What was the code it unlocked? Find out here.
  • Giza Plateau: Learn about this area of Egypt and what can be seen here. What are the significant things to see and what impact did they have in history?
  • Karnak Temple: Study this area and the artwork related to Old Testament biblical history. What is the significance of this Temple complex?
  • History of the Bible Video: What validity does the Bible have? What is the history of this best-seller? Learn from Randall Niles.
  • Thebes: What is important about this location? What archaeological significance does this city have? Learn more here.
  • Noahic Covenant: What was this covenant all about? Find out what the Bible says about Noah and the flood that came to cleanse the earth.
  • Davidic Covenant: Why is this covenant between God and David important? Read the text and find out how it impacted people through history.
  • Abrahamic Covenant: What is included in the covenant? Where is it found in the Bible? Find details here about this covenant between God and Abraham.
  • Covenants in the Bible: Study the covenants listed in the Bible. What is their significance and what can we learn from the people response to them?
  • Mosaic Covenant: What was the reason for this covenant between God and the nation of Israel? Study the biblical texts here.
  • Palestinian Covenant: What was this renewal or amendment that is mentioned in Deuteronomy 29 and 30? Find info here.
  • Adamic Covenant: What was this covenant all about? What was the result of the sin that occurred in the Garden of Eden? Find out here.
  • New Covenant: What is the difference? What does this new covenant mean? How does it impact us personally?

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