This is the second part of our discussion about the resurrection of Jesus. We tackle some of the most commonly cited "contradictions" in the resurrection accounts. Are they historically reliable?
Key Themes:
What did the sign say that hung over Jesus' head on the cross?
We're wrapping up our year of discussions on tough questions about the faith. This week we're exploring the importance of the resurrection of Jesus, which is a keystone of the Christian faith.
We're starting a new series of conversations. We will focus on questions surrounding the origin and history of the Bible. This week we're focusing on the question, "Can you trust what the New Testament says about Jesus?"
Key Themes:
Introduction to the doctrine of the Bible
Critical concept: relationship between theology and history
Argument #1: The Gospels preserve eyewitness accounts of the life of Jesus.
Argument #2: External sources corroborate the accuracy of the Gospels and Acts.
Digging Deeper:
Chapter:“Are the Gospels Trustworthy Account of Jesus’ Life?” Without a Doubt, chapter 7
Book:Cold Case Christianity, by J Warner Wallace (This is a great resource to help Christians get started in the conversation about defending the faith. It's also appropriate to share with a high school or college student who needs reasons for their faith. If you're wanting a resource for an unbeliever, I'd recommend something more technical.)
We're wrapping up our series of conversations about questions our culture is asking about Jesus. This week we're focusing on the question, "Was Jesus a Real Historical Person?"
Key Themes:
Contemporary assertions about Jesus
Sources behind the New Testament were eyewitnesses of Jesus
Sources outside of Christianity provide compelling information about the origins of Christianity
What are the minimal facts about Jesus that (almost all) scholars agree on?
