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The Bible was written centuries ago. Can Christians still regard it as relevant today?
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The Bible 3. The Bible was written centuries ago. Can Christians still regard it as relevant today? All world religions have sacred scriptures. They all teach that the world and universe were created, and that the universe has a purpose. Humans also have a purpose, which is explained in the Bible. Modern historians, archaeologists and scientists have stated that texts of the Bible are historical documents. Many of the writers of the Bible have influenced the world. Its teachings are that humans should treat each other and the world around them with respect. During the period of time that the Bible was written, things like nuclear weapons, euthanasia, abortion, test-tube babies, etc. didn't exist, so obviously the writers couldn't have written about them, but there are life and death situations in the Bible. Christians would say that the essential teachings of the Bible are relevant today. For example, the Sermon on the Mount...
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