The Bible: What Is It?

Say the word “Bible” and you get a bunch of different reactions as varied as the people who respond. “I hate it when people say, ‘The Bible says.’” “You know, I’ve heard people quote stuff from there as if it’s the magic solution or answer to really serious problems or hard questions. It just comes off as lame.” “Wasn’t it written ages go—so, what’s it got to do with me today?” “Didn’t the church write it to control people?” “Isn’t it written in Latin?” “It’s hard to read, why bother?” “Isn’t it a bunch of rules for Christians?” “How’s it any different from the Quran, the Mormon Tablets, the Vedas, or any other religious text?” “What’s the big deal about the Bible anyway?” “Why should I read it?” “Why should I believe it?” “What is it?”

Look, even Christians don’t always get what the Bible is. You’re not alone. So, what gives with this book? Listen up to find out!