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How Did We Get The Bible? (VIDEO PODCAST)

People claim that books were taken out the Bible, the Church hid the truth, or that the *real* Bible is the Ethiopian one with the Book of Enoch 😳. So what’s facts and what’s just internet noise?In this video, we break it all down in plain talk:* How the Bible was written and preserved 📝* Why some books were included—and others weren’t ❌* What’s the deal with the Apocrypha and Book of Enoch 👀* Is the Ethiopian Bible more legit? 🇪🇹* Can we actually trust what’s in the Bible today? 🙏🏾If you've got questions or if your faith’s ever been challenged—this is the video for you.#BibleFacts #UrbanApologetics #BookOfEnoch #Apocrypha #HowWeGotTheBible

How Did We Get The Bible? Week 3

In today's Bible Study we looked into the origins and authenticity of the Bible, focusing on the concepts of inspiration, canonicity, and the historical context of biblical manuscripts. We also explored the significance of the Old and New Testament texts, the role of prophets, and the authority of scripture, emphasizing the importance of understanding the translations and manuscripts that shape biblical interpretation. For more information or to obtain of copy of the slides, please visit www.greaterworksdiscipleship.com To take courses with Greater Works please visit https://greaterworksdiscipleship.thinkific.com/

How Did We Get The Bible Part I

Summary This conversation explores the origins, compilation, and interpretation of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of understanding its revelation, inspiration, and the processes involved in its transmission through history. The discussion covers key concepts such as canonicity, textual criticism, and the significance of various translations, while also addressing the role of the Holy Spirit in illuminating scripture for believers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Group Dynamics 08:41 Canonicity and Textual Criticism 14:26 Interpreting the Bible: Hermeneutics and Application 20:17 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Scripture 30:01 Materials Used in Ancient Scriptures 37:31 The Importance of Manuscripts 46:54 Comparing Bible Translations If you would like to obtain a copy of the PowerPoint used in this video, please visit the shop at www.greaterworksdiscipleship.com

How Did We Get The Bible - Week 2

In this weeks Unit Bible Study we explored the origins of the Bible, focusing on the processes of revelation, inspiration, and canonicity. We discussed the significance of manuscripts, the role of scribes and the Masorites in preserving biblical texts, and the historical context of the New Testament. We also highlighted the importance of textual criticism and the insights provided by the Dead Sea Scrolls, emphasizing the dedication of early church figures in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the scriptures. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Bible's Origins 06:02 The Process of Canonicity 12:07 The Languages of the Bible 17:48 The Importance of Scribes and the Masoretes 23:52 The Dead Sea Scrolls and Their Significance

Q&A Panel Discussion w/Damon Richardson & BK Apologist

This weeks GW podcast will recap our Juneteenth conference and will continue a fruitful Q&A discussion with Urban Apologists Damon Richardson & Alfredo Valentin. One of the main questions concerns modalism - the belief that God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are different manifestations of God. If you missed the Juneteenth conference you can catch the replay here: https://greaterworksdiscipleship.thinkific.com/courses/juneteenthconference2025 Our mission at Greater Works is to fulfill the Great Commission (Matt. 28:19) and the Great Commandment (Matt. 22:37) through the intentional education, equipping, and empowering of healthy disciples of Jesus the Christ. Connect with us in all of our content here: poplme.co/kevinlurrell