Any Lost Books?

By Gregory Koukl

Many bookstores carry titles in the religious section suggesting the discovery of lost books of the Bible. The Gospel of Thomas, unearthed in the Nag Hammadi library in Upper Egypt in 1945, serves as a well-known example of one such lost-and-found ancient manuscript. The idea that lost books of Scripture may exist excites some people and jars others.

Closing the Gap: A Scientist’s Response to the Gap Theory

1/1/2001
by Dr. Hugh Ross

Reviewed by John Rea

The work of an apologist in some ways parallels the work of a scientist. Both seek to “prove” (as in “establish by testing”) the truth of their explanation for something and, thus, to defend their idea against challenges.

Historic Age Debate: Dependence on Translations, Part 1 (of 5)

These days there’s a bewildering array of Bible translations to choose from. How do we know which one to choose? What difference does it make anyway? For most purposes, any translation will do. However, in the debate over the age of the Earth, selecting the right translation makes a big difference.

The History of the Universe in a Nutshell: Reflections on 2 Peter 3

2/7/2006
by Krista Kay Bontrager

There is a sentiment on university campuses that conversations about religion and science are generally welcome, as long as they do not happen at the same time. Discussions about the Bible belong in the religion department. Discussions about science belong in the science department. And seldom, if ever, the two shall meet.