Lesson 31 — The Scriptures: A Safeguard Against Deceptions
How can we recognise religious deception and know whether a teaching is true? This lesson encourages readers to examine the Scriptures for themselves rather than relying only on the opinions of others. It explores how the Bible can help believers evaluate religious claims and remain grounded in their faith in Jesus Christ.
Lesson Overview
The lesson considers claims that the Bible has been changed and discusses why Scripture should be examined carefully. It refers to the ancient biblical manuscripts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, and explains how comparing manuscripts helps scholars evaluate the transmission of biblical texts. The lesson emphasises testing teachings against Scripture and investigating claims rather than accepting them without evidence.
What You Will Learn
- Why believers should examine the Bible for themselves.
- How Scripture can be used to evaluate religious teachings.
- What the lesson discusses about claims that the Bible has been changed.
- Why ancient manuscripts and comparisons between copies matter when studying biblical reliability.
- How studying the Scriptures can help protect believers from deception.
Bible Passages to Study
Romans 8:1; Romans 10:9; Isaiah 8:20. Consult the complete PDF for the other Bible passages and study questions.
Download the Lesson
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