What is the Acts of Peter? It is a late apocryphal work, not Scripture, and it must be judged by the Bible’s doctrine, history, and canon.
What Is the Acts of Peter?
The Apocalypse of Paul
What the Apocalypse of Paul is, why it is noncanonical, and why Christians must reject its false visions in favor of Scripture alone.
Apocrypha, Old And New Testaments
Why the Apocrypha—Old and New—are not Scripture: history, doctrine, and Christ’s own canon confirm only the sixty-six books as Jehovah-breathed.
Do the Nag Hammadi Gospels Provide Authentic Witness to Jesus’ Teachings?
The article argues that the Nag Hammadi Gospels, while historically intriguing, lack the authority and reliability of the canonical Gospels.
The Gospel of Thomas: Is It a Genuine Revelation or a Gnostic Distortion?
The article contrasts the Gospel of Thomas with canonical Gospels, arguing that the former lacks historical reliability and theological depth.
Why Do Apocryphal Writings Continue to Influence Christian Apologetics?
Uncover the surprising impact of ancient texts on modern faith discussions.
Does The Gospel of Thomas Offer New Insights on Jesus?
Explore the hidden sayings of Jesus in the Gospel of Thomas and what they might reveal about his teachings.
Has The Gospel of Judas Transformed Our Understanding of Judas Iscariot?
Explore how an ancient text reshapes our view of a biblical figure.
How Should Christians Evaluate the Gospel of Barnabas?
Discover the reasons behind the exclusion of a controversial text from Christian scripture.
Unveiling the Truth: The Apocrypha—An In-Depth Examination
The content explores the formation of the Bible Canon, specifically the Hebrew Canon, its structure, and the process of confirming a book as divinely inspired. It further examines sections of the Old Testament known as the Apocrypha, arguing against their canonical status based on contradictions, dubious authenticity, and lack of divine inspiration. The formation of the New Testament Canon is also discussed, noting that its books distinguish themselves as superior in quality compared to uncanonical contemporary writings. The content ultimately affirms the 66 books of the Bible as divinely inspired, stating that self-professed or later works claiming divine inspiration cannot meet the same standard.
