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Road Tested

Many people (even some Christians!) think the Bible is outdated, and yet its wisdom has continued to hold up for thousands of years. Much of yesterday’s medical guidance or economic principles is already outdated, yet the Bible’s advice has maintained credibility across all cultures, circumstances, and technological advances. Since the Bible is “road-tested,” we can rely on it! So let’s kick the tires on our rugged Bible. In this series, we’ll examine six surprising areas of life in which the Bible reveals enduring power and wisdom to help us navigate the rough terrain of life.


The Bible Holds Up on... History

Jun 29, 2025

Why does the Bible include so many tedious and seemingly random details in its stories? At best, those details distract from the main spiritual message of the Bible. At worst, they become evidence that atheists use to pick apart the Bible’s veracity. Why should we care about who Jesus’ grandfather was? Is the Bible a history book, or a book about salvation? What spiritual benefit is there to including so much history?

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The Bible Holds Up on... Relationships

Jun 22, 2025

It seems like it’s easier than ever to offend other people. Meaningful relationships are even harder to come by. It’s rare to find marriages or friendships that can go the distance. Even families are not the bond they once were. As our relationships break down from a whole host of complicated modern assaults, how can the ancient, simpler setting of the Bible possibly improve the longevity and quality of our relationships?

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The Bible Holds Up on... Money

Jun 15, 2025

For financial advice, we most naturally turn to investment reps or accountants. We follow conventional wisdom about financial best practices, and we spend our money in ways that maximize our comfort and security. As a result, consumer debt is at an all-time high, and the average American is living paycheck to paycheck. As bad as things may be economically, what would happen if I trusted the Bible’s advice around money? Would I end up broke and even more miserable?

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The Bible Holds Up... on Mental Health

Jun 8, 2025

The field of mental health is becoming more widely discussed all the time. Sociologists observe the astronomical rise of anxiety in our society. More and more people seek out mental counseling each year, and mental health experts proliferate online. Some of these experts blame the Bible, with its focus on guilt and shame, as the source of our collective mental unhealth. But is that accurate?

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The Bible Holds Up on Physical Health

Jun 1, 2025

There’s never been more (or more varied) advice for how to be physically healthy. Every year brings new medications and procedures that can help you lose weight, be more attractive, or stave off sickness. With such a plethora of medical wisdom, what more could the Bible have to say about health? Isn’t it more concerned with our souls than our bodies?

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