Have you ever told yourself, “Just have more faith,” when doubts creep in? The truth is, we grow in faith as we grow in our knowledge of God through his Word. The two are directly connected. Our faith is rooted in the unshakable truth of God’s Word—and it deepens as our understanding of him increases.
In this episode of The Deep Dish, we’re diving into why we can fully trust Scripture—and how confidence in God’s Word anchors us during seasons of uncertainty and doubt. Listen below, grab a friend, and use the discussion questions to deepen your understanding of the Bible’s reliability.
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Why Can We Trust The Bible?
The Bible’s trustworthiness is vital to the Christian life—without it our faith is meaningless. So, in this week’s episode, Melissa and Courtney talk with their friend, Vanessa Hawkins, about common doubts about the Bible’s reliability. And they share their thoughts about what to do if we struggle to have confidence in Scripture’s reliability.
What questions or doubts about the Bible’s reliability have you encountered from others or wrestled with yourself?
What has been challenging about addressing those questions or concerns?
How is the nature of eyewitness testimony helpful in increasing our confidence in the Bible’s accuracy?
What consistencies within the Bible amaze you and grow your trust in God and his Word? Where do you see the beauty, harmony, and power of his Word displayed?
How does being familiar with the Bible’s overarching narrative help us read and understand it better? What steps can you take to increase your understanding of this narrative or to help others become more familiar with it?
What other details in this episode were surprising or served as helpful reminders of why we can trust God’s Word?
