Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible
- Biblical Studies & Commentaries
- Publisher: Zondervan Reflective (Zondervan)
- Published: 2021
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Publisher's Description
Answers to the most common questions and misconceptions about the Bible Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible is a short and readable introduction to the Bible—its origins, interpretation, truthfulness, and authority. Bible scholar, prolific author, and Anglican minister Michael Bird helps Christians understand seven important "things" about this unique book: how the Bible was put together; what "inspiration" means; how the Bible is true; why the Bible needs to be rooted in history; why literal interpretation is not always the best interpretation; how the Bible gives us knowledge, faith, love, and hope; and how Jesus Christ is the center of the Bible. Seven Things presents a clear and understandable evangelical account of the Bible's inspiration, canonization, significance, and relevance in a way that is irenic and compelling. It is a must read for any serious Bible reader who desires an informed and mature view of the Bible that will enrich their faith.
Endorsements (4)
“One thing that I’ve noticed growing up in the church is that we are often taught certain properties of the Bible, but not taught how to actually read it. Mike Bird is a gift to the church in that he is an experienced biblical scholar who can distill complex matters into something understandable, even enjoyable. If you want to grow in your competence of reading Scripture and have a crackalackin good time doing it, read this book!”
“this” and “that,” it is important to process what the Bible is. Bird offers clarity and insight on big issues of inspiration, canon, and how to read the Bible wisely—all in a short seven chapters. I wish I had this book when I was first learning how to study the Bible.”
“In an age where the ordinary Christian no longer knows who Josephus is, why reading “literally” could end in errors, or how the Bible was even put together, the struggle to help Christians understand the basics about the Bible is real. Finally, a book I can simply hand to fellow Christians and say, “Read this!” Bird humorously tackles the most common gaps and misunderstandings among Christians in a way the average person can understand: the nature of texts, good interpretation, the role of history, and how Scripture works within the Christian community. This would make a great book for a small group or families at home. Hear Bird now and thank him later.”
“Holy Smokes! This sounds like a cliché, but this is absolutely true—this is a book every Christian or person exploring Christianity should (I’d rather say must) read. The reason is that knowing the true Jesus comes from what we read in the Bible. However, there are so many misunderstandings of what the Bible is or isn’t that can lead to poor understandings of Jesus and what it means to follow him. I don’t say this lightly, but reading what Mike has written in this book helps us have a rebirthing of how we view and understand the Bible. I urge anyone—from non-Christian to mature Christian—to read this book, as you will never view or think of the Bible in the same way again.”
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