Sometimes, cult groups will attempt to justify the existence of newly inspired books i. There is no other book like it in the entire world. The romans burned it, the government banned it from the masses during the middle ages, atheists ridicule it. Sep 21, 2015 this beautiful book is a celebration of the gift god has given us in the bible and of the many beautiful people around the world who are discovering hope and joy through the bible translated into their languages for the first time.
Like no other group member book includes a small group experience for eight sessions, applicable scripture, key word study, and a life application section called live it out. Each session of the bible study is made up of three sections. Though the bible is an old book, it repeatedly moves people to action. It also shows clearly the need for another book of scripture like the book of mormon to. They erringly conclude that because the bible sometimes mentions another book, that the book is either a lost book of the bible or it somehow justifies their claim to newly.
You do not remain angry forever, but delight in showing loyal love. The accompanying dvd ties into the lesson and helps the reader have a greater feel for the concepts the author is trying to convey. Does the fact that the bible states that nothing should be. Why is the bible, and not other religious books, the word of god. Im sure it has a lot to teach us, but so do other books. Since this bible is a simple, straightforward version, its easy to come to over and over again, and its relatable because it reads like a modern book. The bible gateway blog features the latest news, announcements. There is no other book that can change like the bible can. In many other ways, however, im inclined to agree with mcdowells claim that the bible has been unique in its influence. If the bible predicted the future what biblical writers call prophecy to the extent that it cannot be dismissed as mere coincidence, then the source of this book. I dont know of any book that makes claims like these ps 119. I was wondering if any other religions had something like the bible. Just like the chiming of an eternal clock, these events occur as prophesied by.
One uses the same scripture passage as the session. The author takes eight lessons to pull out different aspects on the life of christ and gives the reader or study group an indepth study for each chapter. This book explains why the bible is unique and worthy of careful study and application. It is harmonious, and when it talks about scientific or historical matters, it is always accurate. Again, this text has none of the characteristics of. Where in the bible does it say no other books besides the. The noncanonical books referenced in the bible includes pseudepigrapha, writings from hellenistic and other nonbiblical cultures, and lost works of known or unknown status. I received this book free from crossway as part of. Apr 17, 2009 no book like the bible this book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth. God told us about himself through at least 40 chosen writers over about 1,500 years. Every aspect of jesus lifefrom his birth to his current exalted state is unique from any other person. A book like no other and its companion volume, turning on the light. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Conse quently, jowett puts forward one basic precept for biblical interpretation.
Show me the verse in the bible that says no other book compares to. No other name hes able indiana bible college youtube. Through all the people, years, and pages, god tells one specific story about jesus christ. It is, after all, the living word of god and should be treated as such. Scripture is not like any other book the bible is one of our greatest gifts lets listen more closely to what god is trying to tell us through it. Goodreads members who liked the other bible also liked. Nov, 2014 jen wilkin wants to remind us that, while the bible is an extraordinary book, it is still a book, and reading it isnt as mystifying as were tempted to think. The other bible contains 86 writings of ancient scriptures taken from gnostic gospels, dead sea scrolls, christian apocrypha, jewish pseudepigrapha, and jewish kabbalah. Books written by men come closest to the truth only when they accurately reflect the message of gods infallible book. I will strengthen you, though you do not know me, international standard version i am the lord, and there is no other besides me.
First, it is not a book, but rather, two assembled libraries of books. I dont see why you think the bible is any different from other ancient books. Ive had the book for over 17 years and although i have read some other bibles, this is still my favorite version. One of the most famous books not included in the new testament is the so called gospel of thomas. There are other reasons which could be explained in greater detail such as the testimony of the early church, the witness of history and archaeology, and the evidence of changed lives throughout the centuries, to name but a few. The christian bible is a history book and many other history books exist.
I will give you the strength you need, although you do not know me. Mar 11, 2012 do other religions have something like the bible. The bible could only have survived these attacks due to divine preservation. I grew up in a religious family and was taught to believe the bible came from god, but i dont hold to that anymore. It also teaches that, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things philippians. Interpret the scripture like any other book,2 he did not see this as reductive. Most important, only the bible offers the free gift of salvation.
Whats so special about the bible light for your path. How we need to continue in, respond to, interpret and expound gods word in order to understand ourselves and our world. Refrain no book is like the bible, the blessed book we love, the pilgrims chart of glory, it leads to god above. Any attempt to go back to the sources of christianity without accepting the entire bible. It also gives us good advice and contains many prophecies that have already come true. How the book of psalms is like no other biblical book your. The bible has been attacked and criticized more than any other book in history. A new edition of our classic, the other bible, including a new index, new cover, and a new introduction from the author to bring the other bible up to date. How the book of psalms is like no other biblical book. Men and women throughout the world read it, and change their lives. Like no other is an 8session bible study book that explores the life of christ with each session focusing on a major point about jesus. A book like no other the contemporary christian by john stott, dr tim chester isbn. It came by inspiration, a light to guide our way, a voice from him who gave it, reproving when we stray.
Find books like the other bible from the worlds largest community of readers. Sep 18, 2007 yet the world is filled with other religious writings that claim divine origin or that have been treated as equal to or higher than the bible on matters of truth or guidelines for living. By the bible is meant those books recognised by most christians and jews as. Mar 26, 2011 one of the proverbs does say that to the making of many books there is no end, and much devotion to them is wearisome, but even some of the new testament writers quoted from writings other than the scriptures.
As such, the layout of the psalms provides the reader with a wonderful platform for meditation. The gospel of thomas is not a book that was passed down through the ages but was rediscovered as part of the nag hammadi library in 1945. Jen wilkin wants to remind us that, while the bible is an extraordinary book, it is still a book, and reading it isnt as mystifying as were tempted. This book was published by baker books and can be purchased here. What makes the bible different than other holy books. We must interact with this book in an intimate way, allowing our lives to be examined and changed by its piercing truths. No other gospel is a model of compelling biblical exposition and a timely. The book of the kings of israel and judah, 2 chron. Sign up to get the free verse of the day in esv and other bible translations delivered to your email inbox from bible gateway. Read how the book of psalms is like no other biblical book your daily bible verse august 2 from your daily bible verse.
May 18, 2017 the book of psalms is the only book in the bible that is actually written to god. Be encouraged and grow your faith with daily and weekly devotionals. May 24, 2017 read the english standard version esv bible translation on bible gateway read the book of psalms esv on bible gateway the psalms are the only extended portion of scripture written directly to god as a collection of heartfelt prayers. Why is the bible different from other religious books.
The bible has been burned and banished by more people and cultures than any other book. Christ lived a life like no other person has ever done. Because god and only god knows and controls the future, all of his prophecies are correct. Approach the bible like no other book clover sites. In two minutes, jen reminds us of some of the basic training we all had in high school english, and gives us a few simple tips for finding what we need in any book, including the book. Noncanonical books referenced in the bible wikipedia.
For centuries the only translation of the bible available to the peoples of europe was a fourthcentury latin translation called the vulgate. The bible is a book like no other his light her path. We have no evidence it was widely read by the early christians and the few references we do have refer to it. There are no other books that should be considered as part of the. There are no other books that should be considered as part of the bible. But theres one book in the middlea big book right in the center of the biblethat is not only god speaking to us and giving us his word, but also god giving us a way to speak to him. The uniqueness of the bible april 3, 2020 by sabbath school podcast published on 20200322t23. One of the proverbs does say that to the making of many books there is no end, and much devotion to them is wearisome, but even some of the new testament writers quoted from writings other than the scriptures. Its the person of jesus that the bible calls us to consider. And, like the book of mormon, the quran does not enjoy the corroboration of other authors. In other words, these writings are treated as a final authority over the bible. Holman christian standard bible i am yahweh, and there is no other. Like no other is an 8session video session that explores the life of christ with each video focusing on a major fact about jesus. The bible meets life an introduction to the weekly themewhat does the bible say.
Nevertheless, these books are not lost books of the bible. The bible teaches that we should meditate on the words of god psalm 1. This just isnt as apparent to him as the uniqueness of the bible is, because he lives in a society that is permeated with and dominated by christian thinking. One reason that the bible is different from other books is its unity. The first, the old testament, includes the torah law, neviim prophets and ketuvim writings, 39 books altogether written over a period of 1,000 years. The uniqueness of the bible april 3, 2020 by sabbath. Whats so special about the bible light for your path carol j. Reading the variations of these jewish and early christian writings shed light on the religion and faith of early christians who didnt fit the mold that became the catholic church. Blog how the book of psalms is like no other biblical book. How does such a book create happiness and contentment in so many lives. Buy a cheap copy of the other bible book by anonymous.
You forgive sin and pardon the rebellion of those who remain among your people. It has been speculated that paul is simply paraphrasing genesis 2. Lest anyone think this isnt something marvelous, wed like to give you this challenge. Jun 26, 2015 no other name hes able 2015 lead vox draylin young ibc choir purchase cd at purchase dvdsheet musicsplit tracks and more at h. May 15, 2017 no other religious book can make this claim. The other expands on the theme but uses different scripture passages. By the bible is meant those books recognised by most christians and jews as being part of old testament or tanakh as well as those recognised by christians alone as. Some claim that this verse states that the bible is complete, and no other.