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Is the Bible believable? read Luke 1:1-4
although Luke and other writers of the books of the bible have taken great pains to accurately record the events within, some people have tried to point out alleged contradictions or inconsistences in the Bible. these same people argue that the Bible is not credible based on what they believe to be contradictions.
Here are three reasons why the Bible is believable.
1. God is the author. Despite the fact that the Bible was writtin by more than forty authors, we must recognize one important fact: the people who put the pen to paper were but instruments in the hand of God. the real author of the Bible is God. As the apostle Paul wrote, "All scripture is inspired by God" (2 timothey 3:16). God chose to speak through these different people much like an artist uses different brushes to paint on a canvas. Each one had his own unique style, but the truth was the same.
2. The main story of the Bible is too complex to be a hoax. the renowned historian Will Durant, who devoted his life to the study of records of antiquity, made his observation concerning the accounts of Jesus and the early church in Scripture- if you want info from the book just ask but heres the reference. (caesar and Christ, in the story of civillisation, vol 3( New York: Simon & Schuster, 1944)]
3. Scientific Evidence Supports the Bible's accuracy. Archaeological findings have supported many of the complex historical passages found in the Bible. in addition, the Bible has greater doccumented accuracy than any other ancient literary work {see Norman L. Geisler & William E. Nix, A General introduction to the Bible (chicago: Moody Press, Moody Bible institute, 1986)]
In spite of evidence, Gods Word must be excepted by faith. You, as an individual, must come to recognize that the words of the Lork are perfect, trustworthy, and right (see Psalm 19:7-11). Your belief in and practice of the truths found in the book -God's message to us- will make the most profound impact on your life for time and eternity.
Also if you want a reference for understanding the simplicity of the gospel look at 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
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