What do you mean?

[Ezra]

4 hours ago, ruck1b said:

Where does Paul tell Timothy that scripture is the Word of God?   How did the books of the NT become seen as the Word of God?  

Your question was answered by showing you the Scripture which says that ALL Scripture is "God-breathed" (theopneustos) translated as "given by inspiration of God". That is a perfectly adequate answer.  Furthermore it is just the 66 books of the Bible.

As to how we know that the NT books are inspired, Peter tells us that ALL of Paul's epistles (over 50% of the NT), as well as his own epistles, are equal to the OT Scriptures, and the other books indicate that they are also divinely inspired either directly or indirectly.  The NT canon was already established by the 2nd century AD.

[JTC]

1 hour ago, warrior12 said:

Well this is what six year old do, repeat the same question all the time.  You are all grown up by now, so if you expand on your question a bit to give a bit more insight of what you are after, we can respond or better address your question. 

So, let's see if we are getting somewhere.    The Bible is a compilation of written accounts that God has inspired men to write and has given men authority to do so. First to believe the Bible one must have faith and faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.  

I think also, you want answers that is not inclusive of the bible.  But a believer cannot do that.

With all due respect, do we know if the OP is an adult, a teenager or under 12? I don't.

I think maybe he's asking if we consider the Bible the verbatim words of God. I know some people do but I don't. I believe the Bible is words men wrote based on what God spoke to them, either in their minds, or sometimes through the Holy Spirit, or even by angels, such as in the book of Daniel. 

[Dennis1209]

Many good sound doctrinal explanations here I totally agree with. I might add, prophecy is given so we may know what the future holds for us, and to prove God is whom He says He is. God lives outside of time and sees the past, present and future all at the same time. Literally hundreds of prophecies have been given in the Holy Bible. Many have already been come to pass and fulfilled with 100% accuracy, even verified by secular history and the unbelieving. Many are yet to be fulfilled, and you can be certain is will be fulfilled 100% accurate, 100% of the time. If that alone is not inspired to man from God, I don't know what is?

The wealth of knowledge and wisdom in the entire Bible alone, testifies that it is not of man, but the inspired word of God. These are just a couple of examples of the many that are obvious to those with faith and plainly seen.

The questions of the New Testament, etc...  Sounds like, how did we get our Bible and which versions to me? Is too lengthy and detailed to address, it would take a book and many have already been written. I would suggest for a short version to this question visit http://www.stewartonbibleschool.org

Edited December 29, 2016 by Dennis1209

[LadyKay]

7 hours ago, ruck1b said:

How did the books of the NT become seen as the Word of God?  

Why don't you go google it if you don't like our answers. 

[The_Patriot21]

3 hours ago, JTC said:

With all due respect, do we know if the OP is an adult, a teenager or under 12? I don't.

I think maybe he's asking if we consider the Bible the verbatim words of God. I know some people do but I don't. I believe the Bible is words men wrote based on what God spoke to them, either in their minds, or sometimes through the Holy Spirit, or even by angels, such as in the book of Daniel. 

there is no doubt, that God used men to actually put it on paper-but scripture is clear, that it was God who told them what to say, hence the verse I put above-all scripture is inspired, all scripture is the word of God. There is no other way to say it, and that is what it means.

[Steve_S]

7 hours ago, warrior12 said:

Well this is what six year old do, repeat the same question all the time.  You are all grown up by now, so if you expand on your question a bit to give a bit more insight of what you are after, we can respond or better address your question. 

Hi Warrior,

This is pretty close to being over the line. I'm giving you the opportunity to rephrase prior to banning you from the thread.

God bless,

Steve

[FresnoJoe]

8 hours ago, ruck1b said:

First let me begin by saying I know this is a touchy subject but it is my hope....
that this brings thoughtful and thought provoking discussion....

If you feel that this topic is too touchy for you....
I ask that you do not participate in it.  Now to the questions....

For those that believe the Bible to be the Word of God....
what do you mean by that....

First
Let Me Say
Although Some May Slice
Dice And Mock The LORD's Holy Bible

I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalms 119:11 (New International Version)

In The End, His Holy Book Will Have The Final Word

And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Then another book was opened, which is the book of life. And the dead were judged by what was written in the books, according to what they had done. Revelation 20:12 (English Standard Version)

So, If One Wants To Know Joy And Eternal Love

You say, 'I'm rich. I'm wealthy. I don't need anything.' Yet, you do not realize that you are miserable, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.

I advise you: Buy gold purified in fire from me so that you may be rich. Buy white clothes from me. Wear them so that you may keep your shameful, naked body from showing. Buy ointment to put on your eyes so that you may see.

I correct and discipline everyone I love. Take this seriously, and change the way you think and act.

Look, I'm standing at the door and knocking. If anyone listens to my voice and opens the door, I'll come in and we'll eat together. I will allow everyone who wins the victory to sit with me on my throne, as I have won the victory and have sat down with my Father on his throne.

Let the person who has ears listen to what the Spirit says to the churches." Revelation 3:17-22 (GOD'S WORD® Translation)

Pay Attention To The Way

Jesus told him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. John 14:6 (Holman Christian Standard Bible)

And The Truth

For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that whoever believes in him will not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:16 (New Heart English Bible)

~

Be Blessed Beloved Of The KING

The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:
The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:
The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

And they shall put my name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them. Numbers 6:24-27 (King James Bible)

Love, Your Brother Joe

~

Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever. Psalms 119:160 (King James Bible)

The Bible contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are holy, its precepts are binding, its histories are true, and its decisions are immutable.

Read it to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy. It contains light to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you.

It is the traveler’s map, the pilgrim’s staff, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword and the Christian’s charter. Here too, Heaven is opened and the gates of Hell disclosed.

Christ is its grand subject, our good its design, and the glory of God its end. It should fill the memory, rule the heart and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently and prayerfully.  It is a mine of wealth, a paradise of glory, and a river of pleasure.

It is given you in life, will be opened at the judgment, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest responsibility, rewards the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.

From The Inside Of My Gideon New Testament

[coheir]

ruck1b; Do we need to give a Peter Ruckman answer, to get it right?

[warrior12]

36 minutes ago, Steve_S said:

Well this is what six year old do, repeat the same question all the time.  You are all grown up by now, so if you expand on your question a bit to give a bit more insight of what you are after, we can respond or better address your question. 

 

36 minutes ago, Steve_S said:

Hi Warrior,

This is pretty close to being over the line. I'm giving you the opportunity to rephrase prior to banning you from the thread.

God bless,

Steve

My apologies to any i have offended and i really did not mean to post it the way i did.  

Ok, so i will rephrase the statement. 

To the OP.  I have tried in my replies to give you the answer i saw as appropriate.  It seems that my replies did not answer your question and is therefore asking you give an expanded view of your question, mainly the last last sentence.  One has to truly grasp what your intent in the line of question is.  As others have said your question answer itself and i was trying to give reasons to the way i interpreted the question.  

If you modify the question to  show some line of reasoning, then the readers can get a understanding of your post.   Did not mean to offend you and i am sorry for what could be seen as impatience.  

To steve.  The reply was to the poster and not to others, though i now realize the way it is worded, other can take offence.  thanks for pointing out my error. 

[Steve_S]

2 minutes ago, warrior12 said:

 

My apologies to any i have offended and i really did not mean to post it the way i did.  

Ok, so i will rephrase the statement. 

To the OP.  I have tried in my replies to give you the answer i saw as appropriate.  It seems that my replies did not answer your question and is therefore asking you give an expanded view of your question, mainly the last last sentence.  One has to truly grasp what your intent in the line of question is.  As others have said your question answer itself and i was trying to give reasons to the way i interpreted the question.  

If you modify the question to  show some line of reasoning, then the readers can get a understanding of your post.   Did not mean to offend you and i am sorry for what could be seen as impatience.  

To steve.  The reply was to the poster and not to others, though i now realize the way it is worded, other can take offence.  thanks for pointing out my error.