The Bible Shouldn’t Work…
So, Why Does It?

The Bible isn’t a random collection of religious writings; it tells one unified story. In this message, we’ll step back and see how Scripture fits together from Genesis to Revelation and why Jesus is at the center of it all. When you see the big picture, the Bible begins to make sense in a way that brings clarity, hope, and direction for everyday life.

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Has the Bible Been Changed Over Time?

A common question is, “How do we know the Bible we have today is accurate?” This week, we’ll look at how Scripture has been faithfully preserved through centuries of copying, opposition, and change. Rather than being lost or corrupted, God’s Word has endured—and that endurance builds confidence that what we read today is what was originally written.

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Digging Up The Truth

Christian faith isn’t based on myth or legend, but grounded in real events, real places, and real people. In this message, we’ll explore how the Bible aligns with history and archaeology and why its claims were written openly for all to examine. The Bible doesn’t shy away from scrutiny; it invites it.

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The Book That Still Speaks

We’ll finish the series by asking one final question: Why does the Bible still matter today? This week focuses on the living power of Scripture to shape hearts, renew minds, and transform lives. The Bible isn’t just reliable because of what it says about the past—it’s reliable because of what God continues to do through it right now.

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