Thanks for taking the time for a most thorough response, however... one unarguable fact that you must acknowledge here. Mathew, Mark, Luke and John were NOT written by Mathew, Mark, Luke or John. Each of these were constructed from many different authors to create each Gospel narrative and even more profound... we don't know who these writers actually were that authored the sourced documents to construct these final bible gospels. We speculate... but we don't know. But we do know it could not have been Mathew, Mark, Luke or John. I know! I was equally shocked when I discovered this knowledge as well.
If you are unaware of this fact please check with the Scholars at any Christian University (Duke is a good source).
So I am not sure I would be ascribing anything to God that came from these sources. Please don't attack me or call me names here. I'm not anti-Christian. Far from it. I am only telling you the truth and in my prior comment... I was only asking you obvious questions from your post.
I appreciate the mutual respect and healthy dialogue.
While it is true that the authorship of the Gospels has been a subject of scholarly discussion, it is important to approach this topic with a balanced perspective. The traditional attributions of the Gospels to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John have been widely accepted within the Christian tradition for centuries.
Even though the Gospels were written anonymously and the names associated with them were assigned later, this does not undermine their reliability or the message they convey. The early Christian community, guided by the Holy Spirit, recognized the significance of these texts and attributed them to individuals who played crucial roles in the life of Jesus and the development of the early Church.
Additionally, there is internal and external evidence supporting the connection between the Gospels and the traditional authors. The writing styles, themes, and content of each Gospel align with the personalities and perspectives of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as known from other biblical texts and historical accounts.
It is essential to remember that the primary focus of the Gospels is not the personal identity of the authors, but rather the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Gospels provide a comprehensive and harmonious account of Jesus' ministry, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and offering a foundation for Christian faith.
Ultimately, Christians believe that the Gospels are inspired by God and carry spiritual authority, regardless of the specific identities of the human authors. The transformative power and historical reliability of the Gospel message remain compelling, leading countless individuals to encounter the person of Jesus Christ and find salvation in Him."
Thanks for taking the time for a most thorough response, however... one unarguable fact that you must acknowledge here. Mathew, Mark, Luke and John were NOT written by Mathew, Mark, Luke or John. Each of these were constructed from many different authors to create each Gospel narrative and even more profound... we don't know who these writers actually were that authored the sourced documents to construct these final bible gospels. We speculate... but we don't know. But we do know it could not have been Mathew, Mark, Luke or John. I know! I was equally shocked when I discovered this knowledge as well.
If you are unaware of this fact please check with the Scholars at any Christian University (Duke is a good source).
So I am not sure I would be ascribing anything to God that came from these sources. Please don't attack me or call me names here. I'm not anti-Christian. Far from it. I am only telling you the truth and in my prior comment... I was only asking you obvious questions from your post.
Peace is the endgame. Question everything.
I appreciate the mutual respect and healthy dialogue.
While it is true that the authorship of the Gospels has been a subject of scholarly discussion, it is important to approach this topic with a balanced perspective. The traditional attributions of the Gospels to Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John have been widely accepted within the Christian tradition for centuries.
Even though the Gospels were written anonymously and the names associated with them were assigned later, this does not undermine their reliability or the message they convey. The early Christian community, guided by the Holy Spirit, recognized the significance of these texts and attributed them to individuals who played crucial roles in the life of Jesus and the development of the early Church.
Additionally, there is internal and external evidence supporting the connection between the Gospels and the traditional authors. The writing styles, themes, and content of each Gospel align with the personalities and perspectives of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as known from other biblical texts and historical accounts.
It is essential to remember that the primary focus of the Gospels is not the personal identity of the authors, but rather the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Gospels provide a comprehensive and harmonious account of Jesus' ministry, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and offering a foundation for Christian faith.
Ultimately, Christians believe that the Gospels are inspired by God and carry spiritual authority, regardless of the specific identities of the human authors. The transformative power and historical reliability of the Gospel message remain compelling, leading countless individuals to encounter the person of Jesus Christ and find salvation in Him."