IS THE BIBLE'S GUIDANCE RELEVANT TODAY?
Some say NO. One doctor compared using the Bible for guidance to using a textbook from the 1920's for teaching a chemistry class. A skeptic might even ask if you would use a manual for an old defunct computer to guild you in using a new up-to-date computer. In other words, some see the bible as hopelessly outdated. Why would some one use an ancient guild in today's modern, high-tech world? After all, countless websites and blogs send out a steady flow of the latest advice and guidance. With all that up-to-the-minute information available, why turn to the bible- a book that was complected almost 2,000 years ago? Would skeptics be right in saying that using an ancient book for guidance is like using an outdated chemistry book or computer manual? Actually the analogy is flawed.
Science and technology change rapidly, but has human nature changed? People still want to find meaning in life as well as to have a reasonable measure of happiness and security,good family relations, and rewarding friendships. As old as it is, the bible addresses those needs and more. It also claims to be inspired by our Creator. It offers to guild us in every aspect of life and to equip us for any challenge that matters. It claims to convey counsel that is timeless-advice that never become obsolete! The Bible itself says: " The word of God is alive."- Hebrew 4:12 Can the Bible claims be true? Is it outdated, or is it really the most relevant and piratical of books-in effect, a living book? In a way, the Bible is like a remarkable monument. It is a very ancient book-other than most. There are other ancient books, of course. But like eroded old monuments,most old writings have been badly damaged by the passage of time. The Bible stands out as different. The writing of it began over 35 centuries ago, yet the Bible is intact. And though it has been attacked again and again over the centuries-burned,banned,and belittled-its statements have weathered every onslaught. Far from being proved obsolete in the face of new knowledge, the Bible says much that shows amazing foresight. It shows the values we need today; is shows love of peace, mercy,racial harmony, respect for the earth and most importantly why we should render help to the helpless giving them hope for a better today......
