Where Did the Bible Come From?

God had a specific plan from the very beginning. So, where did the Bible come from? Why was it written. By whom and over how much time?

Many people grapple with the history of His word. But we are called to learn the Bible, obey the word, and consider it the only source of His instruction. This short study is being provided to help you build a better understanding of how God’s word guides the Church of Christ.

Church of Christ

Key PassagesBible Reference
Genesis 1:1-4Then God said…
John 1:1-5Existed from the Beginning
Hebrews 1:1-3Jesus the Son of GodBrought the New Testament (Christian Bible)
Hebrews 4:11-13Living and Powerful
Ephesians 5:25-27God’s Cleansing Agent Perfect Church
2 Timothy 3:16God-breathedReproof, Correction, and Training.
2 Peter 1:20-21From God, Not Man Delivered by the Holy Spirit
Deuteronomy 32:45-47Moses warning to the People
Bible

15 and that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness,… – 2 Timothy 3:15-16

Holy Bible

The Bible was Written by Inspired Followers

Men Led by God’s Holy Spirit

The Bible was written over a span of about 1,500 years from the first book (Genesis) to the last (Revelation). About 40 different authors wrote the 66 books of the Bible. These authors included kings, shepherds, fishermen, teachers, a doctor, and even a tax collector. Where Did the Bible Come From? The Bible came directly from God.