In week five of the series, Pastor Bartley Sawatsky addresses the common criticism that the Bible cannot be trusted due to supposed corruption over time. He delves into the meticulous preservation process of the Old and New Testaments, highlighting the dedication of the scribes, particularly the Masoretes, and the abundance of manuscripts that support the credibility of the scriptures. Through a fascinating exploration of translation history and textual accuracy, Pastor Bartley reassures listeners of the Bible's unwavering authenticity, challenging them to view the Bible not only as a historical document but as divine wisdom with steadfast authority. Join us as we uncover the intricate journey of how the Bible has been carefully sustained through centuries, reinforcing our faith in its timeless message.

ABOUT THE SERIES: In this eight-week series we take an honest look at one of the most important—and most questioned—books in history: the Bible. We’ll dive into challenging topics like its authority, reliability, authorship, and how it came to be. Along the way, we’ll confront the growing cultural view that the Bible is just an outdated, ancient text, and explore why it still matters today.

We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

In the fourth message of the "Challenging Authority" series, Nathan Bryant explores the authenticity and reliability of the Bible in a sermon titled "Fake News? Examining the Evidence, Inside and Out." Reflecting on how Christianity is an evidence-based faith, he delves into both internal and external evidences that support the Bible's validity. Internally, he highlights the coherence and interconnectedness of the 66 books written by 40 authors over 1,500 years, underscoring the fulfillment of biblical prophecies. Externally, he presents archaeological discoveries, such as the Tel Dan Stele and the Mesha Stele, that corroborate biblical accounts. Encouraging open-minded inquiry, Nathan reinforces that the Bible is not only a spiritual document but also a historically verifiable one, urging seekers to continue their exploration with an assurance of finding truth.

ABOUT THE SERIES: In this eight-week series we take an honest look at one of the most important—and most questioned—books in history: the Bible. We’ll dive into challenging topics like its authority, reliability, authorship, and how it came to be. Along the way, we’ll confront the growing cultural view that the Bible is just an outdated, ancient text, and explore why it still matters today.

We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!

In Week 3 of the "Challenging Authority" series, titled "Gatekeepers of Truth: Who Decided on the 66 Books of the Bible?" Pastor Bartley explores how the Bible's canon was established. He discusses the process and criteria used to recognize the authoritative books of the Old and New Testaments, examining key debates around texts like the Apocrypha and the New Testament gospels. By highlighting the historical and spiritual coherence involved in forming the Bible, the message reinforces the unity and divine oversight guiding its assembly, encouraging believers to trust in Scripture's reliability and purpose.

ABOUT THE SERIES: In this eight-week series we take an honest look at one of the most important—and most questioned—books in history: the Bible. We’ll dive into challenging topics like its authority, reliability, authorship, and how it came to be. Along the way, we’ll confront the growing cultural view that the Bible is just an outdated, ancient text, and explore why it still matters today.

We meet at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Cineplex Cinemas, 1175 Maple Ave, Milton. We'd love to meet you and invite you to join us there!