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Explain why the bible is important to Christians  

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Explain why the bible is important to Christians The bible is a life guide - it gives advice and sets an example. It contains the actions and words of Jesus. It is the history of Christianity and is a record of the prophets. It contains the stories of God and his will. It contains different types of writing e.g. religious songs - psalms and prayers, also the four gospels. The bible talks about disciples and shows how Christianity developed. The bible allows Christians to access the foundations of their faith - the bible is essential to Christians. The bible itself is not the revelation. It bears witness to the revelation, the revelation being Jesus. Christians refer to the bible as 'the word of God'. The bible is interpreted by Christians in different ways. To a Christian the bible is no ordinary book - it is sacred, holy and inspired. Christians believe the...

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