Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible (audio)

by Michael F. Bird

Publisher:

Zondervan

, 2021

Overview

Answers to the most common questions and misconceptions about the Bible Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible is a short and accessible introduction to the Bible--its origins, interpretation, truthfulness, and authority. Bible scholar, prolific author, and Anglican minister Michael Bird helps Christians understand seven important “things” about this unique book: • how the Bible was put together; • what “inspiration” means; • how the Bible is true; • why the Bible needs to be rooted in history; • why literal interpretation is not always the best interpretation; • how the Bible gives us knowledge, faith, love, and hope; and • how Jesus Christ is the center of the Bible. Seven Things presents clear and understandable evangelical account of the Bible’s inspiration, canonization, significance, and relevance in a way that is irenic and compelling. It is a must for any serious Bible reader who desires an informed and mature view of the Bible that will enrich their faith. Accompanying tables and recommended reading are available in the audiobook companion PDF download. Discover answers to the most common questions and misconceptions about the Bible. Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew About the Bible is a short and readable introduction that explains how the Bible came to be, how to interpret the Bible, and how the Bible is authoritative.

Product Details

• Title: Seven Things I Wish Christians Knew about the Bible (audio)
• Author: Michael F. Bird
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Print Publication Date: 2021
• Logos Release Date: 2021
• Era: era:modern
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Audio
• Subjects: Religion › Biblical Studies--History & Culture; Religion › Biblical Reference--Handbooks; Religion › Biblical Criticism & Interpretation--New Testament; Religion › Christian Church--History
• ISBNs: 9780310130338, 0310130336, 025986130336
• Resource ID: LLS:9780310130338
• Resource Type: Media
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-28T21:21:10Z

About Michael F. Bird

Michael F. Bird, is Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology at Ridley College, Melbourne, Australia. He is the author of numerous scholarly and popular books on the New Testament and theology, including The Gospel of the Lord, Paul and the Gospels, Jesus is the Christ, Evangelical Theology, An Anomalous Jew: Paul among Jews, Greeks, and Romans and .Jesus the Eternal Son: Answering Adoptionist Christology.