Skilled in the word of Righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 20
Up to this point, we have built a prima facie case (i.e. one which is built upon evidence at “face value” and before it is challenged) that, firstly, there exists an all-knowing, all-powerful, all-benevolent God who can communicate with mankind and, secondly, that the New Testament (not yet the entire Bible, including the Old Testament) is a historically trustworthy document.
IN MEMORIAM: Steven Chan Thian Kiat (26 April 1956 - 1 September 2022)
The Good Book that brother Steven Chan loved, and lived by, tells us that individuals are to be known by their fruits (Matthew 7:18-20).
Skilled in the word of Righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 19
There’s no reason for anyone to reject the existence of the supernatural beyond our human, material existence.
Skilled in the word of Righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 18
Critics of the Bible very seldom find fault with the details in it which have to do with people, places and events.
Skilled in the word of Righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 17
Many elements recorded in the New Testament,- especially names of people and places as well as happenings,- can be verified by comparing with non-scriptural sources which are contemporaneous (i.e. closely related in time) with the scriptural record.
Skilled in the word of Righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 16
The reliability of a written document subjected to the INTERNAL EVIDENCE Test depends on whether or not it contains eyewitness testimony which has withstood the scrutiny of others, especially disinterested people.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 15
The first step in proving that the contents of the four gospels and the book of Acts contain reliable historical records requires subjecting their available copies of manuscripts to the BIBLIOGRAPHICAL Test.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 13
The case for the Bible’s divine authority moves from science to legal-historical reasoning: if God exists and Jesus is God, then His endorsement of Scripture affirms it as God’s word.
I already believe in Jesus/God, isn't that good enough?
Is believing in God enough to go to heaven? Many think so—but the Bible says otherwise. Discover what true saving faith really involves.
How do we know which is the 'right' church?
With over 40,000 denominations in the world, how do we know which church is truly following Christ? Discover the Bible’s own blueprint for finding His church.
Why should we believe the Bible?
The Bible claims to be the Word of God—but how can we know for sure? Explore the scientific, historical, and prophetic evidence that sets it apart from every other book in history.
What is the church of Christ?
Who are the churches of Christ, and what makes them different from other religious groups? Discover the origins, beliefs, and worship of a church built on Scripture.
What about those who cannot understand the Bible?
What happens to children who die before they can understand the gospel? The Bible doesn’t give a direct answer—but it offers important teachings about God’s nature, justice, and mercy.
Isn’t it enough to just be a good person?
What counts as a 'good' person?
Every person has a different definition of what is moral.
Even then, people still disagree. Some think it is okay to tell 'white lies', while others think it is wrong to tell any lie…
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 12
The case for the Bible’s divine authority moves from science to legal-historical reasoning: if God exists and Jesus is God, then His endorsement of Scripture affirms it as God’s word.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 11
The Bible doesn’t shy away from scrutiny. It claims to be a truthful record of real events witnessed firsthand—statements that open the door for legal-style examination of its reliability.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 10
The Bible doesn’t just tell stories—it claims to be the very words of God. But can those claims stand up to scrutiny? This article examines how and why we can trust its divine authorship.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:13) Part 9
Morality and ethics are not just about survival or social order — they speak to something deeper. Our sense of justice, goodness, and beauty suggests that there is a Source beyond ourselves. The Moral Argument points to this: that the existence of moral values requires an all-knowing, all-good Lawgiver — God — who not only created what is good, but also calls us to live by it.
Skilled in the word of righteousness (Hebrews 5:23) Part 8
The cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments all point to the existence of an all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good God. The world’s existence, its purposeful design, and our innate sense of right and wrong together suggest a Creator who not only made all things but also communicates with us—laying the foundation for believing the Bible is His word.