Most Bible translations include a perplexing parenthetical comment in Mark 16. For example, after Mark 16:8, my ESV translation interjects in brackets, “Some of the earliest manuscripts do not include 16:9-20.” If you’ve ever wondered about this manuscript question, consider this helpful note from the ESV Study Bible: "Some ancient manuscripts of Mark’s Gospel contain … [Read more...] about Extra Ending in the Gospel of Mark
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The Bible Is Our Authority
"What is the source of the Christian’s authority? The classical Protestant answer is the revealed Word of God, the Bible" (Boice, 1986, p. 47). The scriptures are our authority for life and faith. They are our authority because they are the very words of God. Theologian Wayne Grudem (1995) defines the authority of scripture this way: “The authority of … [Read more...] about The Bible Is Our Authority
Tips for Reading the Old Testament
If you're like me, you may struggle through the Old Testament. It seems irrelevant, too distant, too Old. But the Old Testament is the story. We can't let go of it. (Unless of course you're a hardcore dispensationalist…wink) Here's what I try to keep in mind as I read the Old Testament (I hope it helps you): God inspired the Old Testament, and thus we know it will … [Read more...] about Tips for Reading the Old Testament
Write Them on the Doorposts
I am loving the Bible on iPod. I think years ago I would have considered that cheating. Real Bible readers have dog-eared Bibles and leather journals and hand-turned coffee mugs from Nor Cal…or so I thought. But life is far too kinetic for that always. For instance, a few weeks ago I was standing at the crossroads of sickness and going to church. Because I was sick, I slept … [Read more...] about Write Them on the Doorposts