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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 29 MIN

What is the Bible?

from The Bible Companion Podcast

Where did the Bible come from? How do we know it is reliable? Many of us base our lives around the teachings from the Bible… we build our relationships, our understanding of God, and our understanding of the world around this book. But how do we even know that it is actually trustworthy in what it teaches?Daniel spends some time today giving a condensed explanation of where the Bible came from, how the Church determined which books belonged in the Bible, and why it is reliable for every person in every age.Notes:Particular Revelation Study NotesRecommended Books for Further Reading:Church History in Plain LanguageThe Journey from Texts to TranslationsFree Online Resources for Further StudyBible Project Series: How to Read the BibleGot Questions: Where did the Bible Come From?

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