A Christian's Pocket Guide to How We Got the Bible

Description

What books make up the Bible and why? Who wrote the Bible? Who decided what should go in? How can we know that what is in the Bible is from God?

This short book answers some critical questions about the Word of God, helping us to understand where the Scriptures came from and why we can trust them. Covering the origins and translations of the Old and New Testaments, this straightforward introduction answers many questions, and provides suggestions for further reading if you want to research the topic further.

About the author

Greg Lanier is Assistant Professor of New Testament and Dean of Students at Reformed Theological Seminary, Orlando, Florida. He is Associate Pastor at River Oaks Church in Lake Mary, Florida. He also serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Biblical and Theological Studies.