Is there a truly divine, perfectly inspired religion behind the gospel narratives?
This critical examination surveys claims of supernatural religion, testing whether the gospels stand up to evidence or rest on belief alone. It weighs testimony, historical context, and possible contradictions to separate truth from embellishment.
In clear, accessible language, the book analyzes how early Christian writers and church authority have shaped our view of the four gospels, and what the surviving records really tell us about inspiration, eyewitness testimony, and the reliability of miracle stories. It challenges readers to consider how memory, interpretation, and later edits might influence familiar narratives.
- Evaluates claims of infallible inspiration and miraculous attestation.
- Explains how early sources and church history relate to the four gospels.
- Raises questions about eyewitness testimony, memory, and historical corroboration.
- Offers a framework for distinguishing truth from tradition in religious narratives.
Ideal for readers seeking a careful, evidence-based look at the basis of religious belief and how historical inquiry interacts with faith.