Bible Basics

 What does the word “bible” mean?
 Who wrote the Bible?
 What does the “canon” of scripture refer to?
 What language is the original scripture written in
 We have the Old Testament and New Testament. What does testament mean?

These are some very good questions that deserve answers, and when you have questions, things you want or need to know, the best thing to do is seek out an answer. What are some of the ways that you can find out the answer to the questions you have? Think about it. When you want to know about something, what do you do? Who do you ask? Where do you find information?

Information that is needed is not always just given to people, sometimes things are hard to understand even when we do have information, but God's word tells us, " If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering." The first place to start when we have questions is by asking God.

God hears our prayers and he answers, but we have to be listening for answer too. We must be attentive and diligent as we consider his word, consult other reliable sources, like parents, friends and knowledgeable people and think things over. We do not have to know everything there is to know, but the Christian faith is reasonable to believe in, and it claims to be the truth, therefore we should understand the things we believe and why we believe them. Asking and answering questions will lead us into all truth.

This study does not have an answer sheet to tell you all the answers, but the questions are common and the answers to them are pretty easy to find. There are no trick questions. Be inquisitive, resourceful and take your time as you learn the basics about the Bible.

Suggested Reading

Topics in an Encyclopedia: Bible, Christianity
You Be the Judge by Don Stewart
The Bible For Young Explorers by Henriette Mears
Evidence that Demands a Verdict by Josh McDowell
More than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell
Know Why You Believe by Paul Little
Any of the “Basic Bile Studies” Series by Don Stewart
The Bible Tells Me So by Mack Thomas