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WHEN CRITICS ASK : A Popular Handbook on Bible Difficulties by Norman Geisler and Thomas Howe

When Bible critics ask, “How can you believe the Bible when it is riddled with errors?” what do you say? Many Christians punt to faith. They simply cling tenaciously to their belief no matter what the evidence may be against it. This, however, is contrary to both Scripture and sound reason. The Bible declares, “Walk in wisdom … that you may know how youought to answer each one” ( Col. 4:5–6 ). Peter urged believers, “Sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you of the reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear” ( 1 Peter 3:15 ). Indeed, Jesus commanded us to “love the Lord your God with all your heart … soul … and … mind” ( Matt. 22:37 ). Part of this loving duty to Christ is to find answers for those who criticize God’s Word. For, as Solomon said, “Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own eyes” ( Prov. 26:5 ). Truth is able to stand on its own two feet. Jesus said, “You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” ( John 8:32 ). We have nothing to fear from the truth. Jesus said to the Father, “Your Word is truth” ( John 17:17 ). The Bible has withstood the criticisms of the

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