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The Historical Evidence For The Bible

Ever felt your beliefs shaken by unexpected doubts? This message dives into how small ‘paper cuts’—questions about faith, history, and trust—can challenge what we know and how evidence and truth can help us overcome these doubts.

January 26, 2025 | Pastor John Hill

What to Read

Resources to refute papercuts

 

Billy Carson getting Debunked by Wes Huff (First 25 minutes are the best)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7ngjtT43-4&t=949s

 

Expedition Bible archeology Jericho’s’ fallen wall

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C27CmsSGx5Y

 

Why we can trust the bible by Wes Huff

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaub_Ch0Auo

 

Pastor John’s Most Recent Sermon on why we can trust the bible:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phZCdbWKv7w&t=724s

Discussion Questions
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  1. What are some examples of “paper cuts” to faith that you or others may have experienced, and how have you responded to them?
  2. Why do you think the credibility of sources, like the Bible or media outlets, is so important in maintaining trust?
  3. How does Pastor John’s  analogy of losing faith in NPR relate to challenges people face in their spiritual journeys?
  4. In what ways can learning about historical and archaeological evidence strengthen or challenge one’s faith?