In this winter’s session of Word with the Pastors we’ll take a look “behind” the scriptures to examine and discuss what, when, and who it was that determined the Bible to become…well…the Bible. For instance, what and who determined which books made it in? Which writings, if any, were left out, and why? We’ll also take a tour of different English translations. Why are there so many? What’s the difference? And we’ll examine key historical moments including the importance of Martin Luther and the Reformation in telling the great story of the book.
January 19: What’s In? with Pastor Lose
How did we end up with the books contained in our Bible?
January 26: What’s Out? with Pastor Cieslik
How did we end up with the books contained in our Bible?
February 2: A Translation Tour with Pastor Ruud
What’s the difference between different translations and how do I choose one that’s right for me?
February 9: Gutenberg and the Reformation with Pastor Dixon
What impact did the printing press have on Luther’s reforms? (Hint: The Reformation probably wouldn’t have happened without it!)