Origin And Structure Of The Bible

Question 1

WHAT

Answer 1

Bible is Christian holy book - most important source of authority for Christians = contains God’s and Jesus’ teachings, and God’s revelation - > Split into OT and NT
OT = collection of books containing Genesis, Laws (e.g. 10 Commandments) and history of prophets - before Jesus
NT = collection of books containing 4 gospels (Good news) about life, death and resurrection of Jesus

Question 2

WHY

Answer 2

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God” (Bible) - God inspired writers to write what is good and true

Question 3

HOW

Answer 3

Guides Christians on how to live good life in order to go to heaven when they die (achieve salvation)
Shows Christians what God is like - important in building relationship with God
Private worship - use Bible to seek guidance on problems
Public worship - brings people together and creates sense of community and shared practice