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Have you ever wondered whether the Bible is the inspired Word of God and can be taken literally—meaning in its plain and obvious sense?
Back in 1963, two out of three Americans asked by the Gallup polling organization said they believed "the Bible is the actual word of God and is to be taken literally, word for word." But now, Gallup polls show that only one in three believe the same thing—an alarming drop! And the percentage of people in other countries who believe the Bible is the Word of God is generally much lower.
What's going on?
Associated Press religious writer Richard Ostling points out part of the problem: "Liberal-minded university and seminary professors have labored long to lure Americans away from reading their Bible as strictly literal history. They sometimes complain that few pay heed. But Gallup Poll data suggest the professors have indeed had an impact" (Associated Press, March 27, 2000).
Also, most movies and TV programs about the Bible have quite a liberal slant and could easily cast doubt on its validity.
If someone challenged you to prove that the Bible is true and that it should be taken literally, could you do it? Could you give them several clear proofs?
There is an easy way to do it if you read on.
Skeptics abound and the Bible itself tells us we should be ready to give an answer to those who ask about our faith. As the apostle Peter said, "... Always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear" (1 Peter 3:15, emphasis added throughout).
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