Sermons and Biblical Studies

12. Symbols of Christ and Christianity "What symbols are used for both Christ and his people y is a frequent question. There are six symbols used for both Christ and his people. 1. A BRANCH. For Christ, in Isa_11:1*4, "A branch out of his roots shall bear fruit," and "with the breath of his lips … Continue reading “012 – Symbols of Christ and Christianity”

11. Curiosities of the Scriptures. In the Bible the word "Lord" is found 1,853 times. The word "Jehovah" 6,855 times- The word "Reverend" but once, and that in the 9th verse of Psalm in. Psa_97:8 is the middle verse of the Bible. Est_8:9 is the longest Joh_11:35 is the shortest. In the 107th Psalm four … Continue reading “011 – Curiosities of the Scriptures.”

10. When Were the Gospels Written? The genuineness of the four Gospels rests upon better authority than that of any other ancient writings. It is the general conclusion of the most eminent scholars that all four were written during the latter half of the first century. Before the end of the second century they were … Continue reading “010 – When Were the Gospels Written?”

9. Were the Gospels Written by the Men Whose Names They Bear? Presumption based on internal evidence is in favor of that theory. There has been no serious question as to the authorship of Matthew. Mark is supposed to have derived his knowledge of the events he recorded from Peter. Our knowledge of Peter's character … Continue reading “009 – Were the Gospels Written by the Men Whose Names They Bear?”

8. Has Bible History Been Substantiated? Yes, to a very notable extent by investigations in Bible lands. Excavations of ancient Babylonian tablets have corroborated the Biblical story of the Flood. The discovery of Assyrian inscriptions has proved the identity of Sargon, one of the greatest of the kings of that nation (see Isa_20:1-4); identification of … Continue reading “008 – Has Bible History Been Substantiated?”

7. Why Should We Believe the Scriptures? Some people answer this query by saying that the reason is found in the fact that the Bible is the only book handed down to us through the ages. That is not the best answer. Some ancient writings, like the Vedas, for instance, are almost as ancient as … Continue reading “007 – Why Should We Believe the Scriptures?”

6. Does the Bible Teach Science? It is not a scientific textbook, nor was it written to teach science, but religion. The discrepancies between the story of creation as given in the Bible and that given by the scientists are very much such as we should find in two descriptions of a great battle, if … Continue reading “006 – Does the Bible Teach Science?”

5. Can We Find Any Reference to Christ in Contemporaneous Secular Writers? Yes. There are references to Christ in connection with Christians, by several historians. Tacitus, who was praetor under Domitian in A. D. 88, only fifty-eight years after the Crucifixion, refers to Christ (Annal XV144). Pliny the younger, who was tribune in Syria about … Continue reading “005 – Can We Find Any Reference to Christ in Contemporaneous Secular Writers?”

4. What Are the Proofs of Bible Authenticity? "Can we prove the authenticity of the Bible by outside evidence ?" is a frequent question. The authenticity of the Bible is being proved by the old records on monuments, by tablets recently deciphered, and by discoveries in Bible lands. That is if by authenticity you mean … Continue reading “004 – What Are the Proofs of Bible Authenticity?”

3. What Is Higher Criticism? The ordinary study or criticism is directed to finding out the meaning of the passages, their correct translation and their significance and bearing on doctrines. The higher critics go above and back of all that, applying to the books of the Bible the same tests and methods of examination as … Continue reading “003 – What Is Higher Criticism?”