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THE BIBLE: ERRORS! CONTRADICTIONS! MISTAKES! Critics claim the Bible is filled with errors, mistakes, and contradictions. Some even speak of thousands of mistakes. Exodus 4:24-26 is simply a Bible Difficulty.
Explore how apologetics can affirm the Bible's truth. Discover arguments that enhance your faith in God's Word.
This is in harmony with the apostle Paul’s counsel in I Timothy 5:8 that reads, “But if anyone does not provide for his own, [I.e., relatives] and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” However, Jesus said exhorted us, “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth.” (Matt. 6:19). Jesus also said, “Give to everyone who asks you.” (Lu 6:30) The problem comes in when we consider what seems to be conflicting counsel. How do we not store up treasures, and give to everyone who asks, and still acquire enough money to leave an inheritance for our children?
Matthew and Mark have the centurion officer saying, “Truly this man was the Son of God!” Luke has him saying, “Certainly this man was righteous!”
Is there an irreconcilable contradiction here?
Unravel the mysteries of biblical texts: explore errors and their impact on faith. Discover the truth behind the scriptures.
Elijah was not taken to heaven but rather to the sky, continuing his prophetic service, awaiting future resurrection with others.
Genesis 3:5–6 explores the original sin involving disobedience against God, rejecting His authority to define morality, not sexual activity.
Exodus 3:22 reflects God's justice, allowing Israelites to peacefully receive compensation from Egyptians after centuries of oppression.
Jethro, a Midianite priest and Moses' father-in-law, exemplifies a patriarchal leader with knowledge of the true God.
The narrative of Shiphrah and Puah illustrates moral courage by prioritizing divine law over Pharaoh's oppressive commands, demonstrating God's approval for protecting life.
