THE BIG QUESTIONS
We’re starting with five big questions—because these questions challenge many who wrestle with faith. Viewing God as wrathful can lead to deep spiritual distress, while the belief that Jesus is the only path to salvation raises deep questions in our diverse world. Most who have a strong opinion about such matters claim their authority from the Bible, but should we take it literally? Finally, it’s hard to believe God is good if God allows such suffering and evil in our world. These themes shape faith journeys. By reframing these narratives through grace, love, and an historical Christian perspective, we offer a path for those struggling with traditional beliefs to stay meaningfully connected to Christianity.
Is the Bible Inerrant?
Is the Bible completely without error, or is it a divinely inspired yet human-influenced text? The debate over biblical inerrancy has shaped Christian history, with some insisting every word is factually perfect while others recognize variations in storytelling and historical context. This article explores how the Bible was compiled, how Jesus himself interpreted scripture—often reinterpreting, using parables, and omitting passages—and how the overarching trajectory of scripture moves toward love, grace, and inclusion. Rather than seeing the Bible as a rigid rulebook, we can view it as a living, unfolding revelation of God’s truth, calling us forward into deeper faith, not fear.