The Existence of God is Denied by Many Some claim there are many gods. Some say “God is dead.” Key Points Affirming the Reality of God: Something Did Not Come From Nothing Genesis 1:1: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Isaiah 42:5: God as Creator. Genesis 1:6-27: Detailed creation account. John… Continue reading

Sin is a failure to do good: James 4:17 – “Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin.” Sin is deceptive: Sin can mislead us, distorting our perception of right and wrong, leading us to act in ways contrary to God’s will. Sin is a… Continue reading

Role and Profession: Scribes were educated men who focused on the study and interpretation of the law, making it their professional duty to document and explain legal texts. They were responsible for writing, copying, and interpreting the scriptures. Pre-Exilic Scribes: Before the exile, scribes served as public writers, governmental secretaries, and copiers of the law.… Continue reading