Join us for
An Open Discussion
The Bible is the most widely read and influential book in history, yet it remains one of the most questioned. How was it written? Who decided which books belong in it? Does the Bible stand up to historical and scientific scrutiny? Join us for “Let’s Talk About the Bible,” a four-part discussion series designed to explore these important questions and more in an open and engaging environment. Whether you’re a lifelong believer, a little skeptical, or simply curious, you’ll have the opportunity to examine the evidence, ask questions, and participate in thoughtful conversations about the Bible’s authorship, transmission, reliability, and relevance for today.
• 6:00pm – 7:30pm at Garden Valley Bible Church.
• Church Social will be held after discussion.
• Children 10 and up and adults are invited to attend. Child care will be provided.
July 12th
Authorship & Divine Origin
- Was the Bible written by men, a reflection for men, and not God?
- Why is the Bible different from other ancient manuscripts?
- What does an ancient book have to do with us today?
July 26th
Canon & Church Influence
- What was the process for selecting the books to include in the canon?
- What about the books that weren’t included in the canon?
- Did the church pick the books of the canon to support its agenda?
August 9th
Textual Reliability & Transmission
- How was text transmitted? Process of duplication? Original autographs/accuracy of manuscripts.
- Why different translations?
- Why does the bible have apparent contradictions?
August 23rd
Historical Reliability
- When were the gospels written?
- Reliability of eye-witness testimony
- Does science contradict the bible?