Can I really trust the Bible?
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Can I really trust the Bible?

and other questions about Scripture, truth and how God speaks

Barry Cooper
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A short, readable book that explains clearly and simply what Christians believe about the Bible and how God speaks today

Part of the Questions Christians Ask series.

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“Can I Really Trust the Bible? will give you good reasons to pick up the Bible with confidence. It's a model of clear and engaging writing.”
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Description

The Bible makes big claims for itself. But do those claims stand up?

Aren’t the stories just legends? Hasn’t the information been corrupted over time? Isn’t the Bible full of mistakes? And isn’t it culturally outdated?

In this absorbing little book, Barry Cooper explores these questions - and many others - with warmth, wit and integrity.

Part of the Questions Christians Ask series: a range of short, simple books designed to help Christians understand what God has said about these questions and many more in the Bible.

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Contents

  • Introduction
    1. Does the Bible claim to be God’s word?
    The world, the word, and what Jesus thought of the Bible
    2. Does the Bible claim to be God’s word?
    The word, the Word, and the rightness of writing
    3. Does the Bible seem to be God’s word?
    Consistency, conspiracies and corruptions
    4. Does the Bible seem to be God’s word?
    Canon, contradictions and criticisms
    5. Does the Bible prove to be God’s word?
    Tasting, seeing, and the sweetness of Scripture

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Contributors Barry Cooper
ISBN 9781909559134
Format Paperback
First published July 2014
Dimensions 4.3" x 7" x 0.3"
Case quantity 180
Language English
Pages 96
Publisher The Good Book Company

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Endorsements

Jonathan Leeman

Editorial Director of 9Marks Ministries; author of Reverberation and The Surprising Offense of God’s Love

If I were teaching an Introduction to Christianity class that the whole planet had to take, I could see assigning this text. Well illustrated, well written, well reasoned, an excellent intro to God's most excellent book.

Tim Chester

Author

The Bible says it is more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. But today most people doubt those claims. Many don’t even bother to read the Bible before dismissing it. Whether you’re a long-standing Christian or just beginning to explore the Christian faith, Can I Really Trust the Bible? will give you good reasons to pick up the Bible with confidence. It's a model of clear and engaging writing.

Amy Wicks

Women's worker, St Helen's Bishopsgate

What if God has spoken and we're just not listening? Barry Cooper has given us straightforward and thoughtful answers to a seriously important question. Read this book and learn what the Bible really says about itself, and be equipped to answer today's common objections to its trustworthiness. I really love this book and can't wait to get it into the hands of the people I serve.

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Can I really trust the Bible?

Aaron Armstrong, The Gospel Coalition, March 15th 2015

Can I Really Trust the Bible? is a refreshing and encouraging read that would be superb to share with those looking to explore this vital topic.... continue reading

 

Can I really trust the Bible?

Dave McDonald, Macarisms, August 16th 2014

Barry Cooper’s book, Can I trust the Bible? And other questions about Scripture, truth and how God speaks is a good introduction to the topics of biblical authorship, authority, reliability, readability and more.... continue reading

Customer reviews


12/05/2023

“I found this little book to be informative, factual and concise. A good read in one sitting.”

(Review written for 'Can I really trust the Bible?')

I found this little book to be informative, concise and informative it is small enough to read again and again for better digestion.


12/05/2023

“I found this little book to be informative, factual and concise. A good read in one sitting.”

I found this little book to be informative, concise and informative it is small enough to read again and again for better digestion.


20/07/2019

“Informative, concise,thrilling”

(Review written for 'Can I really trust the Bible?')

George's wife reviewing, he is about to read the book.!
As I said in my summary,a thrilling read. I learnt lots from one or two of the chapters about the canon of scripture. The last chapter brought tears to my eyes...this is God's Word to us and we can trust it implicitly and completely. We WILL pass it on for sure.


20/07/2019

“Informative, concise,thrilling”

George's wife reviewing, he is about to read the book.!
As I said in my summary,a thrilling read. I learnt lots from one or two of the chapters about the canon of scripture. The last chapter brought tears to my eyes...this is God's Word to us and we can trust it implicitly and completely. We WILL pass it on for sure.


19/05/2017

“A good booklet”

This is a good booklet - for either those who don't believe that the Bible is God's word to mankind or those who perhaps have faith, but still do not acknowledge the infallible truth of scripture.


19/05/2017

“A good booklet”

(Review written for 'Can I really trust the Bible?')

This is a good booklet - for either those who don't believe that the Bible is God's word to mankind or those who perhaps have faith, but still do not acknowledge the infallible truth of scripture.


11/05/2017

“See below”

As Barry is my son,I could not be impartial. However,I would say that I frequently use the book to give to non christians as a gospel outreach and get many positive responses


11/05/2017

“See below”

(Review written for 'Can I really trust the Bible?')

As Barry is my son,I could not be impartial. However,I would say that I frequently use the book to give to non christians as a gospel outreach and get many positive responses


18/04/2017

“Excellent”

Excellent short book on the authority and authenticity of the Bible. I found it very encouraging and, for me, a must read.


18/04/2017

“Excellent”

(Review written for 'Can I really trust the Bible?')

Excellent short book on the authority and authenticity of the Bible. I found it very encouraging and, for me, a must read.

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