The Bible: A Divine Revelation – Why We Can Trust It as Infallible

For those seeking truth, stability, and hope in an uncertain world, the Bible presents itself as more than a collection of ancient writings—it claims to be the very Word of God, breathed out through chosen individuals by the power of the Holy Spirit. But can we really trust the Bible as infallible? Let’s explore what the Bible says about its own divine authorship and how its preservation and content validate its remarkable claims.

Divine Origin: What the Bible Claims About Itself

The Bible is bold in asserting its origin:

“Holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Spirit” – 2 Peter 1:21“All scripture is given by inspiration of God [God-breathed]” – 2 Timothy 3:16

The consistent message across both Old and New Testaments is that God is the author—speaking through prophets, apostles, angels, and even directly through His Son, Jesus Christ. Hebrews 1 confirms this layered method of revelation, declaring God “spoke in time past unto the fathers by the prophets” and later “by His Son.”

Inspiration in Action: From David to the Apostles

The process of inspiration wasn’t limited to dictation. As the speaker explained:

In Hebrews 3:7, Psalm 95 is credited to the Holy Spirit.
In Hebrews 4:7, the same Psalm is attributed to David.

The conclusion? David wrote under inspiration. His words were his—but also God's.

This principle extends into the New Testament. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would bring all things to the disciples’ remembrance (John 14:26), and that promise was fulfilled in the writing of the Gospels and Revelation, delivered to John via an angel—an embodiment of God's Holy Spirit (Revelation 1:1-2).

Apostolic Authority: Recognizing Scripture in Real-Time

Even in the first century, New Testament writings were recognized as divinely inspired:

Peter equates Paul’s letters with “other scriptures” (2 Peter 3:15-16).
Jude quotes Peter’s prophecy word-for-word, affirming its authority and divine origin (Jude 17-18).

So, the Bible builds its own case—book by book, voice by voice—for being God’s direct communication with mankind.

Reliability Over Time: Has the Bible Been Preserved?

Skeptics often challenge the Bible’s integrity based on its age and transmission. However, archaeological and manuscript evidence supports its remarkable preservation:

The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered in 1947, include scrolls over 1,000 years older than previously known Old Testament copies. They confirm the consistency of the biblical text, especially the book of Isaiah.
Over 3,500 ancient manuscripts of the New Testament exist—more than any other ancient text—allowing comparison across time and geography.

Language evolves, and some spelling or stylistic variations exist. But the message remains unchanged.

Trustworthy, But Not a Science Textbook

The Bible wasn’t written to answer every question about the physical universe—it was written to reveal God’s purpose and offer salvation. As John concludes his Gospel:

“These are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.” – John 20:31

That’s the Bible’s purpose—not exhaustive detail, but essential truth.

Five Reasons to Trust the Bible as God's Word

Prophecy Fulfilled: Especially in books like Daniel, where historical accuracy stuns even critics.
Historical Accuracy: Archaeology continues to affirm people, places, and events once known only through scripture.
The Unique Record of Israel: Unlike other ancient nations, the Bible candidly records Israel's failures alongside its triumphs.
A Unified Message: Written over 1,500 years by various authors, yet remains consistent in its moral and spiritual themes.
The Resurrection of Jesus: Supported by historical consensus and the empty tomb, the Bible provides the only plausible explanation.

Conclusion: A Divine Revelation Worth Your Trust

Though we cannot “scientifically prove” divine inspiration, the Bible offers overwhelming evidence that it is not the product of man—but of God. It speaks truthfully, consistently, and prophetically. It is the only book that reveals salvation through Jesus Christ, and it has endured, unchanged in essence, for thousands of years.

Read it. Believe it. Live by it. The Bible is God’s voice to you.