Is the Bible the inspired word of God? I certainly believe that it is. But, it is not going to be possible for me to prove that is the case in this short video. Not only is it necessary to provide affirmative arguments contending that the Bible is indeed inspired, it is also necessary to answer myriad objections, both philosophical, critical and even facetious. This we can not do in a matter of minutes.
However, there are certain observations that we can make to spur you on to further study and consideration. First, you should know that the Bible claims inspiration for itself. For example, Paul wrote to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3, verse 16, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God.” The word “inspiration” in this text comes from the greek term “theo-pneustos”. “Theo” means God, and “pneustos” has reference to breathing. Our English words pneumatic and pneumonia, having to do with breathing or air, come from this term. So, the word inspiration means “God-breathed.” Paul is confirming that all scripture is “God breathed”. Ultimately, God is the author rather than man.
It is obvious that the New Testament is to be included in that claim of inspiration. Jesus Himself stated that after He left, He would send them the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, who would “guide [them] into all truth” (John 16:13). Paul affirmed that what he preached came directly from God, telling the Thessalonians, “it is in truth, the word of God, which also effectively works in you who believe” (1 Thessalonians 2:13). Peter equated Paul’s writings to the rest of the scriptures in 2 Peter 3:16.
I bring this up because though I realize many do not believe the Bible at all, and reject these claims of inspiration, there are some who claim to be Christians, and yet continually deny the inspiration of that book that is, in fact, the basis of their faith. With such friends, who needs enemies.
I believe the Bible to be inspired because I look at the prophecies found in the book, and see them uniformly fulfilled as predicted. I believe the Bible to be inspired because of the confirmation of the word through the miracles performed in New Testament times that are recorded in its pages. I believe the Bible to be inspired because the uniformity in purpose and doctrine that it shows throughout the entirety of the book.
In addition to these internal evidences, I believe the Bible to be inspired because of the corroboration given by secular history and archaeology. I contend that within its pages are revealed the mind of God, His will for man and mankind.
Now, when I say the Bible, I am contending for the original autographs. The actual documents that were penned by the writers of the Old and New Testaments. I do not believe any translation such as the King James Version is inspired. However, having an understanding of how we have obtained the present text, both of the Old Testament and the New, and trusting in the providence of the Almighty God of Heaven, I accept by faith that what we have is an accurate copy of those original writings, and have had preserved for us the voice of God.
You may not believe as I do, but I plead with you to examine the evidence supporting the claims of inspiration. Truth does not need to fear examination. I am confident, that should you do so, you will agree with me when I say, “Yes, the Bible is the Inspired word of God!
