DeYoung is a pastor in the Reformed Church in America and a prominent voice in the Gospel Coalition, and this book reflects a confessionally Reformed, Chicago Statement-aligned view of Scripture. It is essentially a popular apologetic for biblical inerrancy and sufficiency, making it an excellent primer for church membership classes or new believer discipleship.
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Can we trust the Bible completely? Is it sufficient for our complicated lives? Can we really know what it teaches?
With his characteristic wit and clarity, award-winning author Kevin DeYoung has written an accessible introduction to the Bible that answers important questions raised by Christians and non-Christians. This book will help you understand what the Bible says about itself and the key characteristics that contribute to its lasting significance.
Avoiding technical jargon, this winsome volume will encourage you to read and believe the Bible—confident that it truly is God's word.
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Written at a level adults can engage with
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TheoScope Score = Biblical Faithfulness 85% · Theological Depth 15%