News has come through that Michael Overd, a street preacher from Taunton, has been cleared of a public order offence along with a co-defendant, Michael Stockwell.
Last July, they were nicked by the plods for doing nothing more than proclaiming the truths of the King James Bible (the same Bible that David Cameron read from at Maggie Thatcher's funeral, but he didn't get nicked, did he?).
After being charged, they were convicted by Bristol magistrates last February, but immediately lodged an appeal which was heard this week, resulting in the aforementioned acquittal.
What really disturbs me is the double-standards of the coppers. When Corbyn's lefty brigade go out on the streets and denounce "Tory scum", (while having a swear-up, to boot), nothing is done about it - after all "its free speech and yuman rights, innit". OK, fair enough, I believe in free speech.
Why is it then, that when the devil's servants make a complaint against street preachers, suddenly, the goalposts move, suddenly, the term "hate speech" is brought into play, and the boys in blue (who make the rules up as they go along) justify nicking the preachers because they have, supposedly, contravened some public order law, passed in 1986, to combat football yobbos.
However, as in this case, independent judges, (who are clearly better trained in points of law than your average plod) tend to be on the side of one of the most fundamental freedoms that we currently enjoy, viz - freedom to express a belief that someone else finds offensive. None of us have the legal right not to be offended and if we don't like someone else's view then that's just tough cheese, we all have to put up with it, it's called living in a democracy.
Why, then, do the plods take such a dim view of Evangelical preachers while allowing all others to say pretty much what they like, about whom they like? - the answer is simple, the devil is stirring them up to stop the Gospel. Down through the annals of church history the arch enemy of people's souls has been striving to stop the only message that can save people from their eternal doom. This case is just one of the many, many millions of attempts Satan has used, and is using, to stop people hearing the Gospel and getting saved.
However, as in this case, the devil is bound to fail for one very simple reason - God will ensure that His word is preached, and that every single one of God's elect WILL be saved.
In the light of the above, let us go forth, boldly proclaiming the truth that only in Christ is eternal life; and let us never be intimidated by the attempts of puny men to withstand God, and His word.
"Go into all the world and preach the Gospel..." - Mark 16 v 15.
Friday, 30 June 2017
Wednesday, 14 June 2017
Grenfell Tower fire - warnings ingnored.
News has come through of an incident at a tower block in W London. It appears that a fire has engulfed the building and a "number of fatalities have occurred".
At this stage the precise number of people killed, or injured, is confusing but a clearer picture will, no doubt, emerge, as the day progresses. However, what is certain is that, several years ago a residents' committee warned of serious safety concerns but, as is usual in such cases, these warnings were ignored with such tragic consequences.
This is the latest in a long, long line of ignored warnings leading to loss of life. Over the years I've lost count of the number of times I've read about a tragic accident and accompanying the report has been the oft repeated line "warnings were given, but no action taken".
As I pondered this latest tragedy, my mind turned to the fact that the Bible gives us repeated warnings. We are told, in scripture, that we are all sinners in need of repentance, that there is only one way to get right with God - through faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God - and that people who don't so believe are heading for a terrible fate, even worse than perishing in a tower block fire.
Sadly, though, just as warnings about personal safety are routinely ignored, so most people, having access to the Bible, and its truths, merrily go on their way totally ignoring God's repeated call to repent and trust in His Son for eternal salvation.
As I pass out tracts, some 3-4 times per week, I note that most people, while reasonably polite, fall into the category outlined above. They don't realise, or choose to push away, their desperate need of personal salvation. They seem to think that, providing they don't do any thing "really bad" then God, in His mercy, will let them into Heaven.
These poor creatures have been truly blinded by the devil and lulled into a false sense of security. It would not be an exaggeration to say that they are living in a "fools paradise".
What should be our response, as Christians, to these things?
Firstly, rather than despise them for their rebellion, we should have a deep sense of sadness and pity. Having been enslaved by the devil, they are as helpless as insects caught in a spider's web.
Secondly, we should not be deterred from reaching out to them, remembering the teachings of Ezekiel 3 v 18, that if we don't give them a chance to get saved, then their blood is on our hands. Even though they reject the Gospel, at least they cannot say they were never warned.
Thirdly, we should earnestly pray that God, in His sovereign mercy, may yet be pleased to grant them repentance unto life and draw them to Himself.
Finally, let us meditate on the words of Ezekiel 2 v 5 "whether they hear, or whether they forebear......they will know that a prophet has been among them"
At this stage the precise number of people killed, or injured, is confusing but a clearer picture will, no doubt, emerge, as the day progresses. However, what is certain is that, several years ago a residents' committee warned of serious safety concerns but, as is usual in such cases, these warnings were ignored with such tragic consequences.
This is the latest in a long, long line of ignored warnings leading to loss of life. Over the years I've lost count of the number of times I've read about a tragic accident and accompanying the report has been the oft repeated line "warnings were given, but no action taken".
As I pondered this latest tragedy, my mind turned to the fact that the Bible gives us repeated warnings. We are told, in scripture, that we are all sinners in need of repentance, that there is only one way to get right with God - through faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God - and that people who don't so believe are heading for a terrible fate, even worse than perishing in a tower block fire.
Sadly, though, just as warnings about personal safety are routinely ignored, so most people, having access to the Bible, and its truths, merrily go on their way totally ignoring God's repeated call to repent and trust in His Son for eternal salvation.
As I pass out tracts, some 3-4 times per week, I note that most people, while reasonably polite, fall into the category outlined above. They don't realise, or choose to push away, their desperate need of personal salvation. They seem to think that, providing they don't do any thing "really bad" then God, in His mercy, will let them into Heaven.
These poor creatures have been truly blinded by the devil and lulled into a false sense of security. It would not be an exaggeration to say that they are living in a "fools paradise".
What should be our response, as Christians, to these things?
Firstly, rather than despise them for their rebellion, we should have a deep sense of sadness and pity. Having been enslaved by the devil, they are as helpless as insects caught in a spider's web.
Secondly, we should not be deterred from reaching out to them, remembering the teachings of Ezekiel 3 v 18, that if we don't give them a chance to get saved, then their blood is on our hands. Even though they reject the Gospel, at least they cannot say they were never warned.
Thirdly, we should earnestly pray that God, in His sovereign mercy, may yet be pleased to grant them repentance unto life and draw them to Himself.
Finally, let us meditate on the words of Ezekiel 2 v 5 "whether they hear, or whether they forebear......they will know that a prophet has been among them"
Saturday, 10 June 2017
General Election results - a warning from the Lord to this decadent nation.
As regular readers of this blog will know, it is dedicated to the spreading of spiritual truth, with no interest, or desire, to promote any political party. However, there are times when current affairs appear to have a bearing upon spiritual matters - the early hours of Friday, June 9th, being such an occasion.
Since the 1960s, the UK has taken a clear direction away from, and indeed, against the truths of God's infallible word - the Bible. The passing of various laws that promote ungodly behaviour, unnatural perversions, and infanticide, have led to the very fabric of this nation being badly tainted with the imprint of the devil.
This state of ungodliness was confirmed to an alarming degree by the forcing through of an edict contravening God's clear design on marriage. Moreover, this wickedness had been compounded by the introduction of harassment, and even persecution, of godly, Christian believers who have the courage to stand against the violation of God's Word.
Despite all this, God has been good to our nation in so many ways - however, as the first results came through showing that a terrorist-supporting Marxist was inching his way towards No. 10, the Lord is giving us a warning to turn back to Him. In the event, Corbyn just failed to secure the keys; a deal with the DUP has, for the time being, at least, kept Marxism from the seat of government - could it be that God has yet, once again, shown mercy to us, and given us one last opportunity to turn back to Him?
But, shameful, as it is - there is no sign of repentance. Indeed, a petition against the DUP, the only party in the UK to stand for godliness, has already reached 300,000 (and is increasing still further, even as I write this). A clear sign that the hoped-for repentance is not forthcoming.
Unless, God in His sovereign mercy, turns us back to Him, in genuine and heartfelt repentance for our wickedness, there is going to be a great calamity falling upon the UK.
May those of us who believe the truths of the Bible be willing to intercede for this wicked country. We do well to heed the words of the Psalmist viz. "Turn us again, O Lord......and we shall be saved" (Psalm 80 v 19).
Since the 1960s, the UK has taken a clear direction away from, and indeed, against the truths of God's infallible word - the Bible. The passing of various laws that promote ungodly behaviour, unnatural perversions, and infanticide, have led to the very fabric of this nation being badly tainted with the imprint of the devil.
This state of ungodliness was confirmed to an alarming degree by the forcing through of an edict contravening God's clear design on marriage. Moreover, this wickedness had been compounded by the introduction of harassment, and even persecution, of godly, Christian believers who have the courage to stand against the violation of God's Word.
Despite all this, God has been good to our nation in so many ways - however, as the first results came through showing that a terrorist-supporting Marxist was inching his way towards No. 10, the Lord is giving us a warning to turn back to Him. In the event, Corbyn just failed to secure the keys; a deal with the DUP has, for the time being, at least, kept Marxism from the seat of government - could it be that God has yet, once again, shown mercy to us, and given us one last opportunity to turn back to Him?
But, shameful, as it is - there is no sign of repentance. Indeed, a petition against the DUP, the only party in the UK to stand for godliness, has already reached 300,000 (and is increasing still further, even as I write this). A clear sign that the hoped-for repentance is not forthcoming.
Unless, God in His sovereign mercy, turns us back to Him, in genuine and heartfelt repentance for our wickedness, there is going to be a great calamity falling upon the UK.
May those of us who believe the truths of the Bible be willing to intercede for this wicked country. We do well to heed the words of the Psalmist viz. "Turn us again, O Lord......and we shall be saved" (Psalm 80 v 19).
Tuesday, 23 May 2017
2 lessons from the Manchester bombing
On awakening this morning I was met with the news that a terrorist bomb had gone off, last night, in Manchester, killing around 2 dozen people and injuring many more.
Of course, it was a terrible thing to happen and we should have natural sympathy for the bereaved and injured - they are in need of our prayers at this time.
There are, however, 2 very important lessons that we need to learn from this atrocity -
Firstly, as the Bible says, life is but a vapour, and can end at any time, without warning (see James 4 v 13-14).
In my work of street evangelism I frequently meet people who reject the Gospel. To be fair, most of them are polite about it, very few become abusive. That being said, they are still without Christ and, according to our Saviour, in John 8 v 24, if they continue in that state of unbelief they will die in their sins, then to face the due penalty of their rebellion against God.
This terrorist outrage should concentrate the minds of people to recognise that life is fragile; our hold on life is tenuous, at best, and can be broken at any time. Indeed, we are all just one heartbeat away from the immediate presence of God. One hopes that, having considered this fact, many will turn to Christ. Indeed, in the month after Princess Diana's sudden death, the mission that I'm involved with, had double the number of responses that it normally gets.
There is also, secondly, a lesson for Christian believers. We may give due consideration to the fact that our lives are "but a vapour" and give thanks to the Lord that we are ready to face Him in full confidence of eternal life. After all, we have accepted Christ as our personal Saviour and, due to His work of atonement on the cross, our sins are forgiven. We need have no fears of what eternity has in store for us. However, there is a lesson for us viz. in that we have a strong responsibility to get out there, and reach the unsaved with the only message that gives eternal life; the only way to Heaven is through faith in Christ the Son of God. The Bible makes it clear that people who don't so believe are under the wrath of God, and will be for all eternity.
If we really believe that the Bible is the inerrant word of God, and if we really believe that Jesus is the only way to Heaven we should stop making excuses for our lack of concern for the lost, and give ourselves unstintingly to spread the Gospel.
May the Lord forgive us for our laziness in not reaching out, and may He give us the desire to do so, and the courage to take the consequences from our opponents.
"A great door, and effectual, is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries" - 1st Cor. 16 v 9.
Of course, it was a terrible thing to happen and we should have natural sympathy for the bereaved and injured - they are in need of our prayers at this time.
There are, however, 2 very important lessons that we need to learn from this atrocity -
Firstly, as the Bible says, life is but a vapour, and can end at any time, without warning (see James 4 v 13-14).
In my work of street evangelism I frequently meet people who reject the Gospel. To be fair, most of them are polite about it, very few become abusive. That being said, they are still without Christ and, according to our Saviour, in John 8 v 24, if they continue in that state of unbelief they will die in their sins, then to face the due penalty of their rebellion against God.
This terrorist outrage should concentrate the minds of people to recognise that life is fragile; our hold on life is tenuous, at best, and can be broken at any time. Indeed, we are all just one heartbeat away from the immediate presence of God. One hopes that, having considered this fact, many will turn to Christ. Indeed, in the month after Princess Diana's sudden death, the mission that I'm involved with, had double the number of responses that it normally gets.
There is also, secondly, a lesson for Christian believers. We may give due consideration to the fact that our lives are "but a vapour" and give thanks to the Lord that we are ready to face Him in full confidence of eternal life. After all, we have accepted Christ as our personal Saviour and, due to His work of atonement on the cross, our sins are forgiven. We need have no fears of what eternity has in store for us. However, there is a lesson for us viz. in that we have a strong responsibility to get out there, and reach the unsaved with the only message that gives eternal life; the only way to Heaven is through faith in Christ the Son of God. The Bible makes it clear that people who don't so believe are under the wrath of God, and will be for all eternity.
If we really believe that the Bible is the inerrant word of God, and if we really believe that Jesus is the only way to Heaven we should stop making excuses for our lack of concern for the lost, and give ourselves unstintingly to spread the Gospel.
May the Lord forgive us for our laziness in not reaching out, and may He give us the desire to do so, and the courage to take the consequences from our opponents.
"A great door, and effectual, is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries" - 1st Cor. 16 v 9.
Saturday, 13 May 2017
Science needs to catch up with the Bible!
Opponents of the Bible often delight to tell us that the Bible needs to catch up with science, that we are foolish to take this outdated book seriously, and that we need to live in the "real world" of science. However, the reverse is actually the case.
I append, below, four examples of how science has caught up with the Bible!
First of all, consider the fact that in Victorian England, one Herbert Spencer won accolades for discovering the 5 categories of science viz. Time, Force, Action, Space and Matter. However, if he had bothered to read Genesis 1 v 1 he would have found them there (maybe that's where he got them from!):
"In the beginning (Time), God (Force) created (Action) the Heaven (Space) and the Earth (Matter)"
Secondly, in the 2nd century AD, Ptolemy stated that he had counted the stars in the night sky and there were 1,055. Some 14 centuries later, Kepler also claimed to have counted them and came up with 1 more. However, when the telescope was invented and Galileo looked up he was astonished to note that there were so many they couldn't be counted. What does the Bible say?
In Jeremiah 33 v 22 we read "...the host of Heaven cannot be numbered..."
Thirdly, for centuries scientists stated that the Earth was flat and, that if you sailed to the end you would fall off! Eventually it was discovered that the Earth was round, much to the relief of sailors!
What does the Bible say?
In Isaiah 40 v 22 we read that the Earth is a circle.
Finally, Scientists used to believe that the world was held up on the shoulders of Atlas. Eventually, it was found that that was not the case but, rather, it was suspended on nothing. What does the Bible say?
Job 26 v 7 tells us that God "...hangs the Earth upon nothing"
Thankfully, scientists have had the good sense to make these discoveries and, it is hoped, will continue to make more discoveries that benefit mankind. While they are doing so let us continue to have absolute confidence in the Bible and, while we wait for the scientists to catch up with God's Word, let us read it, study it, digest it and live by it because it is, as it claims to be, the Word of God "that lives and abides forever" - 1st Peter 1 v 23.
I append, below, four examples of how science has caught up with the Bible!
First of all, consider the fact that in Victorian England, one Herbert Spencer won accolades for discovering the 5 categories of science viz. Time, Force, Action, Space and Matter. However, if he had bothered to read Genesis 1 v 1 he would have found them there (maybe that's where he got them from!):
"In the beginning (Time), God (Force) created (Action) the Heaven (Space) and the Earth (Matter)"
Secondly, in the 2nd century AD, Ptolemy stated that he had counted the stars in the night sky and there were 1,055. Some 14 centuries later, Kepler also claimed to have counted them and came up with 1 more. However, when the telescope was invented and Galileo looked up he was astonished to note that there were so many they couldn't be counted. What does the Bible say?
In Jeremiah 33 v 22 we read "...the host of Heaven cannot be numbered..."
Thirdly, for centuries scientists stated that the Earth was flat and, that if you sailed to the end you would fall off! Eventually it was discovered that the Earth was round, much to the relief of sailors!
What does the Bible say?
In Isaiah 40 v 22 we read that the Earth is a circle.
Finally, Scientists used to believe that the world was held up on the shoulders of Atlas. Eventually, it was found that that was not the case but, rather, it was suspended on nothing. What does the Bible say?
Job 26 v 7 tells us that God "...hangs the Earth upon nothing"
Thankfully, scientists have had the good sense to make these discoveries and, it is hoped, will continue to make more discoveries that benefit mankind. While they are doing so let us continue to have absolute confidence in the Bible and, while we wait for the scientists to catch up with God's Word, let us read it, study it, digest it and live by it because it is, as it claims to be, the Word of God "that lives and abides forever" - 1st Peter 1 v 23.
Friday, 5 May 2017
We "know", not merely "believe".
As readers of this blog will be aware, I regularly go on to the streets of East Kent with Gospel tracts and seek to offer people the chance to get saved. Over the years I've had the privilege of pointing hundreds of people to Christ and urging upon them the necessity of getting right with God, through faith in Christ.
A number of people will make comments as they go past in a kind of "hit and run" manner. They will say something disparaging about the Bible, in general, or the Gospel, in particular, and then scurry off like frightened rabbits. They clearly don't want to get into a situation where they may be challenged to come to repentance.
My response is to such people is to make make no response, as it would be a classic case of casting "pearls before swine" (see Matthew 7 v 6).
One such comment that I've heard more than once goes something like this - "you believe but you don't know!". The inference being that faith in Christ is just that, faith and nothing more. Such a comment is intriguing and worthy of consideration. Do we simply "believe" or do we "know"; i.e. are we absolutely certain that the Bible is true, and that Heaven awaits us when we die due to our having faith in Christ's finished work on the cross.
Well, whenever we are faced with a question, on any matter, about any issue, the first thought that goes through our mind should simply be this "What does the Bible say?". This question is no exception.
The Bible gives us clear answers concerning this vital question so let's look at some references -
In John 17 Jesus speaks to His Father about His people "knowing" Him. Moreover, in 1st John we have a string of verses which use the very words "we know". If one obtains a good concordance and traces the words "we know" one can see that this is the case. Just 4 examples will suffice for our purposes here:
1. 1st John 3 v 2 tells us that we know we will see God as He is. A clear reference to the glories that await all believers in Christ.
2. In the same chapter (in verse 5) we are told that Jesus was manifested "to take away our sins", a clear reference to the absolute certainty that Christ paid for our sins on the cross.
3. 1st John 4 v 2 tells us how we know what is of the Spirit of God - all those who confess Jesus as the Christ..
4. The same chapter, and verse 16, tells us that we know the love God has for us.
We could go on and on - it is sufficient to state that we need never be intimidated when people try to tell us that we cannot "know" that we are saved and going to Heaven. We can, and do, "know" because we can, and do, know that the Bible is the very Word of God and absolutely trustworthy.
A number of people will make comments as they go past in a kind of "hit and run" manner. They will say something disparaging about the Bible, in general, or the Gospel, in particular, and then scurry off like frightened rabbits. They clearly don't want to get into a situation where they may be challenged to come to repentance.
My response is to such people is to make make no response, as it would be a classic case of casting "pearls before swine" (see Matthew 7 v 6).
One such comment that I've heard more than once goes something like this - "you believe but you don't know!". The inference being that faith in Christ is just that, faith and nothing more. Such a comment is intriguing and worthy of consideration. Do we simply "believe" or do we "know"; i.e. are we absolutely certain that the Bible is true, and that Heaven awaits us when we die due to our having faith in Christ's finished work on the cross.
Well, whenever we are faced with a question, on any matter, about any issue, the first thought that goes through our mind should simply be this "What does the Bible say?". This question is no exception.
The Bible gives us clear answers concerning this vital question so let's look at some references -
In John 17 Jesus speaks to His Father about His people "knowing" Him. Moreover, in 1st John we have a string of verses which use the very words "we know". If one obtains a good concordance and traces the words "we know" one can see that this is the case. Just 4 examples will suffice for our purposes here:
1. 1st John 3 v 2 tells us that we know we will see God as He is. A clear reference to the glories that await all believers in Christ.
2. In the same chapter (in verse 5) we are told that Jesus was manifested "to take away our sins", a clear reference to the absolute certainty that Christ paid for our sins on the cross.
3. 1st John 4 v 2 tells us how we know what is of the Spirit of God - all those who confess Jesus as the Christ..
4. The same chapter, and verse 16, tells us that we know the love God has for us.
We could go on and on - it is sufficient to state that we need never be intimidated when people try to tell us that we cannot "know" that we are saved and going to Heaven. We can, and do, "know" because we can, and do, know that the Bible is the very Word of God and absolutely trustworthy.
Monday, 17 April 2017
The Bible is both Infallible and Inerrant
Those of us who have the good sense to believe that the Bible is the Word of God often use the words Infallible, and Inerrant, on an interchangeable basis. There is a tendency for preachers to say "The Bible is infallible", and a few sentences later the say "The Bible is inerrant". In essence, there is nothing wrong with this; no major error has occurred - and the sky won't fall in!
However, to be strictly accurate, we need to recognise that there is a subtle difference between the two terms, as I will now explain.
The Bible is Infallible
When we say that the Bible is infallible we mean that it is the never failing, final authority, in all matters of faith and conduct. That is, despite the way society changes in its attitudes, we stand by the Bible's teachings when it comes to what we should believe, and how we should live.
Two examples will suffice to explain what I mean: many people today say that this country is a multi-cultural, multi-faith society and it is grossly intolerant to state dogmatically that there is only 1 way to Heaven. However, the Bible clearly teaches that there IS only 1 way to be saved, and that is through faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, as our Lord and Saviour.
Moreover, when it comes to conduct, society has undergone huge changes in the last 50-60 years, particularly in the realms of marriage and sexuality. However, the Bible is clear when it teaches that marriage is 1 man to 1 woman, and sex should be within marriage. Therefore, we stand by the Bible, not the ever changing rules of what is, and what is not, acceptable.
In the light of the foregoing, it is not erroneous to state that the Bible is infallible, BUT it does not go far enough.
The Bible is Inerrant
By the inerrancy of the Bible we mean that it is without error, not only in terms of belief and conduct, but also in terms of what is stated as fact. In other words no provable scientific fact, no provable historical fact, no provable geological fact, no provable archaeological fact and no provable geographical fact, will ever contradict what the Bible says.
I'm not stating that all we ever need to know in these fields comes from the Bible but, rather, that no provable fact, or discovery, in these fields, will be at odds with the Biblical record.
Over the years historians have questioned the veracity of the Bible with regards to places and people (for example cities, kings and rulers). However, discoveries made by archaeologists have substantiated what the Bible says. One example being the ancient city of Nineveh as mentioned in the book of Jonah. "Such a place never existed", said historians - until its ruins were discovered!
What do we say then, in conclusion?
However, to be strictly accurate, we need to recognise that there is a subtle difference between the two terms, as I will now explain.
The Bible is Infallible
When we say that the Bible is infallible we mean that it is the never failing, final authority, in all matters of faith and conduct. That is, despite the way society changes in its attitudes, we stand by the Bible's teachings when it comes to what we should believe, and how we should live.
Two examples will suffice to explain what I mean: many people today say that this country is a multi-cultural, multi-faith society and it is grossly intolerant to state dogmatically that there is only 1 way to Heaven. However, the Bible clearly teaches that there IS only 1 way to be saved, and that is through faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, as our Lord and Saviour.
Moreover, when it comes to conduct, society has undergone huge changes in the last 50-60 years, particularly in the realms of marriage and sexuality. However, the Bible is clear when it teaches that marriage is 1 man to 1 woman, and sex should be within marriage. Therefore, we stand by the Bible, not the ever changing rules of what is, and what is not, acceptable.
In the light of the foregoing, it is not erroneous to state that the Bible is infallible, BUT it does not go far enough.
The Bible is Inerrant
By the inerrancy of the Bible we mean that it is without error, not only in terms of belief and conduct, but also in terms of what is stated as fact. In other words no provable scientific fact, no provable historical fact, no provable geological fact, no provable archaeological fact and no provable geographical fact, will ever contradict what the Bible says.
I'm not stating that all we ever need to know in these fields comes from the Bible but, rather, that no provable fact, or discovery, in these fields, will be at odds with the Biblical record.
Over the years historians have questioned the veracity of the Bible with regards to places and people (for example cities, kings and rulers). However, discoveries made by archaeologists have substantiated what the Bible says. One example being the ancient city of Nineveh as mentioned in the book of Jonah. "Such a place never existed", said historians - until its ruins were discovered!
What do we say then, in conclusion?
Firstly, we can have absolute confidence in the Bible as the Infallible and Inerrant Word of God and use the two terms together as it is both.
Secondly, given that it is God's perfect Word, we should commit ourselves to reading, studying, digesting and living it, on a daily basis; it is the very life-breath of the believer and, indeed, our spiritual oxygen for living out the Christian life.
Thirdly, we should, unashamedly hold it up for all to see and urge upon others the necessity of believing its central message viz. "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners" - "repent, therefore, and be converted" 1st Timothy 1 v 15, Acts 3 v 19
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