Scripture and the Skeptic 1791004210, 9781791004217

The Bible is the best-selling, most widely read, and most quoted book in history. It is also misunderstood, misquoted, a

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English Pages 224 Year 2021

Table of contents :
Cover
Half title
Title
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
Prologue
1. Isn’t the Bible Only Human?
2. Is the Bible Fact or Fiction?
3. Are the Gospels Reliable?
4. What Is the Bible About?
5. Why Is the Bible So Messy?
6. Is the Bible Racist?
7. Can We Talk about Leviticus?
8. Why Is the Bible So Backward?
Conclusion
Resources for Personal Reflection and Group Discussion
Notes

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