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Which family member is mentioned as having passed away?
Which family member is mentioned as having passed away?
What role did Rt.Rev.Daniel K.Tannor play in the author's life?
What role did Rt.Rev.Daniel K.Tannor play in the author's life?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a form of support the author received from his parents?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a form of support the author received from his parents?
Which church is associated with the leadership mentioned in the acknowledgments?
Which church is associated with the leadership mentioned in the acknowledgments?
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What expression of gratitude does the author use towards his siblings?
What expression of gratitude does the author use towards his siblings?
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Who among the following is recognized as the current Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana?
Who among the following is recognized as the current Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana?
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Which term best characterizes the overall tone of the author's acknowledgments?
Which term best characterizes the overall tone of the author's acknowledgments?
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What has religious pluralism prompted various religions to do?
What has religious pluralism prompted various religions to do?
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Which criticism has been notably directed towards the Bible?
Which criticism has been notably directed towards the Bible?
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What is a key theological concern mentioned regarding the Bible?
What is a key theological concern mentioned regarding the Bible?
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What type of literature is lacking in Ghana/Africa according to the content?
What type of literature is lacking in Ghana/Africa according to the content?
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What is a central theme of the book 'Is the Bible Really the Word of God?'?
What is a central theme of the book 'Is the Bible Really the Word of God?'?
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Which issue regarding the Bible's preservation is raised in the text?
Which issue regarding the Bible's preservation is raised in the text?
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What subsidiary question is raised concerning the Bible?
What subsidiary question is raised concerning the Bible?
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What goal does Christian Apologetics aim to achieve regarding the Bible?
What goal does Christian Apologetics aim to achieve regarding the Bible?
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What does the term 'Apologetics' mean?
What does the term 'Apologetics' mean?
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According to Douglas Groothuis, what characterizes Christian Apologetics?
According to Douglas Groothuis, what characterizes Christian Apologetics?
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What is the primary objective of Christian Apologetics as defined in the content?
What is the primary objective of Christian Apologetics as defined in the content?
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Which biblical example illustrates a form of apologetic ministry?
Which biblical example illustrates a form of apologetic ministry?
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What role does Christian Apologetics play in the life of a believer?
What role does Christian Apologetics play in the life of a believer?
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How is Christian Apologetics viewed in relation to alternative worldviews?
How is Christian Apologetics viewed in relation to alternative worldviews?
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Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding Christian Apologetics?
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding Christian Apologetics?
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What did David hope to achieve in his confrontation with Goliath according to the examples given?
What did David hope to achieve in his confrontation with Goliath according to the examples given?
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What is the primary goal of defensive Apologetics?
What is the primary goal of defensive Apologetics?
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How does Apologetics address opposing belief systems?
How does Apologetics address opposing belief systems?
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What role does Apologetics play in relation to the application of Christian truth?
What role does Apologetics play in relation to the application of Christian truth?
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What additional aspect of Apologetics is mentioned in the context provided?
What additional aspect of Apologetics is mentioned in the context provided?
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What does the concept of 'cultural Apologetics' primarily focus on?
What does the concept of 'cultural Apologetics' primarily focus on?
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Which of the following social issues is NOT mentioned as an example in the context?
Which of the following social issues is NOT mentioned as an example in the context?
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Why is it essential for Christians to engage in Apologetics?
Why is it essential for Christians to engage in Apologetics?
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What tends to shape the consensus view of reality according to the discussion?
What tends to shape the consensus view of reality according to the discussion?
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What is the primary challenge faced by evangelists during evangelism according to the content?
What is the primary challenge faced by evangelists during evangelism according to the content?
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Why might belief in a creator God be questioned by some individuals during evangelism?
Why might belief in a creator God be questioned by some individuals during evangelism?
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What role does Apologetics play in evangelism according to the content?
What role does Apologetics play in evangelism according to the content?
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What does the concept of allocution refer to in the context of apologetics?
What does the concept of allocution refer to in the context of apologetics?
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According to the content, when can detailed Apologetics be considered unnecessary in evangelism?
According to the content, when can detailed Apologetics be considered unnecessary in evangelism?
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What is emphasized as essential for every believer during evangelism?
What is emphasized as essential for every believer during evangelism?
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How does the content describe the act of merely preaching the good news?
How does the content describe the act of merely preaching the good news?
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In what additional context is Apologetics deemed important according to the content?
In what additional context is Apologetics deemed important according to the content?
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What does the Bible's lack of verbal dictation by God imply about its authorship?
What does the Bible's lack of verbal dictation by God imply about its authorship?
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Which literary genres are found within the Bible according to the content?
Which literary genres are found within the Bible according to the content?
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What does it mean that the Bible is said to be a 'progression'?
What does it mean that the Bible is said to be a 'progression'?
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How should one approach perceived contradictions in the Bible?
How should one approach perceived contradictions in the Bible?
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Which statement about the divine nature of the Bible is true?
Which statement about the divine nature of the Bible is true?
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Why should one consider the entire teaching of the Bible on an issue?
Why should one consider the entire teaching of the Bible on an issue?
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What common misconception occurs regarding the Bible's teachings?
What common misconception occurs regarding the Bible's teachings?
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What role does cultural context play in understanding biblical texts?
What role does cultural context play in understanding biblical texts?
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Study Notes
Book Title and Author
- Title: Is the Bible Really the Word of God?
- Author: Isaac Boaheng (PhD)
Dedication
- Dedicated to the author's mother, wife, and five children.
- Prayer for them to become spiritual intellectuals for the church, family, nation, and world.
Acknowledgements
- Thanks to individuals who contributed to the publication.
- Appreciation to the foreword writer, Rev. Prof. Frederick Mawusi Amevenku
- Appreciation to Rev. Dr. Kwaku Boamah for writing introduction.
- Appreciation to parents for facilitating the author's life.
- Appreciation to the wife and children for encouragement.
- Appreciation to other individuals who supported the author.
Table of Contents
- Includes Dedication, Acknowledgements, Table of Contents, Foreword, Preface, List of Abbreviations, Ponder These Words, Introduction, Chapter One, Chapter Two, Chapter Three, Chapter Four, Chapter Five, Chapter Six, Chapter Seven, Concluding Issues, Bibliography, Subject Index, and About Author.
Chapter 1: Introducing Christian Apologetics
- Defined as a reasoned argument, vindication, or defense of the Christian worldview.
- Discusses biblical foundations for Christian Apologetics.
- Links Apologetics to evangelism.
- Outlines the four functions of Apologetics: vindication, defense, refutation of rival belief systems, and persuasion.
- Mentions cultural dimensions of Apologetics.
Chapter 2: What is the Bible?
- The Bible is a collection of sacred writings of Judaism and Christianity.
- Divided into the Old Testament and New Testament.
- Includes a discussion of the Bible as divine revelation, the dual nature of the Bible, inspiration, inerrancy, authority, sufficiency, clarity, necessity, and uniqueness.
- Describes how the Bible is not only a book, but is a divine communication.
- Addresses the divine and human aspects of the Bible.
Chapter 3: Does the Bible Contain the Right Books?
- Discusses canonization.
- Explains the criteria for the selection of biblical books.
- Addresses the issue of disputed or "lost" books.
- Describes the development, collection, and recognition of the books of the Old Testament.
- Describes the process of canonization for the New Testament.
- Explores the issue of the apocrypha
Chapter 4: Is the Old Testament Historically Accurate?
- Focuses on the reliability of the Old Testament text.
- Explores manuscript transmission, variants, and copyist errors.
- Discusses the Dead Sea Scrolls and their significance.
- Examines the role of ancient versions in determining accuracy.
- Presents evidence from archaeology to support the historical accuracy of the Old Testament.
Chapter 5: Is the New Testament Historically Accurate?
- Examines the reliability of the New Testament.
- Discusses abundant Greek manuscripts along with their attestation.
- Explores the testimony of early Church Fathers.
- Presents archeological evidence to support the historical accuracy.
Chapter 6: What About "Apparent Contradictions" In the Bible?
- Addresses perceived contradictions and inconsistencies in the Bible.
- Offers explanations and interpretations to resolve the apparent contradictions.
- Assesses the role of context in understanding biblical texts
- Addresses the importance of understanding the literary genres, theological themes, and interpretive principles to resolve apparent discrepancies.
Chapter 7: Are Modern Translations of the Bible Trustworthy?
- Discusses the importance and purpose of Bible translation.
- Examines different translation philosophies and approaches.
- Explores the need for revision in translations and the various reasons behind it.
- Addresses the issue of "missing" verses and passages in modern translations and why they may or may not be missing.
Concluding Issues
- Examines the continuing relevance of the Bible in contemporary times.
- Discusses how to interpret the Bible effectively.
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