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Can We Really Believe The Bible Is From God?

Red Rocks Church • Feb 17, 2026 • 48 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

In the opening message of the TikTok Theology series, Pastor Shawn Johnson addresses whether believers can truly trust that the Bible comes from God. Pointing to the historical reality of Jesus' resurrection, Jesus' own complete trust in Scripture, and the life-transforming power of God's Word, Pastor Shawn encourages believers to build their theology on divine truth rather than modern sound bites. By daily reading, believing, and applying the Bible, we discover that God equips us, guides us, and sustains us through every trial.

Themes

Authority of ScriptureResurrection of JesusFaith and DiscernmentLife TransformationSpiritual WarfareGod's Promises in Suffering

Pastor's Points

1.

I believe in the Bible because Jesus rose from the dead.

2.

I believe in the Bible because Jesus did.

3.

I believe in the Bible because it's changed my life.

Key Points

Sermon Moments

“Pastor Shawn quoting Andy Stanley: "My high school science teacher once told me that much of Genesis is false. But since my high school science teacher did not prove he was God by rising from the dead, I'm going to believe Jesus instead."”

“The contrast between a pristine, unread Bible sitting as decoration on a nightstand and a worn-out, falling-apart Bible that has brought peace, joy, and strength through life's hardest battles.”

“Jesus standing in the wilderness facing spiritual attacks and defeating Satan by declaring "It is written," wielding God's Word as a sword.”

“Pastor Shawn sharing his story of coming to church as a drug addict, calling on the Lord, and walking out feeling like a thousand pounds had been lifted off his shoulders.”

“The depiction of the prodigal son returning home and finding his father running down the driveway to embrace and restore him with unconditional love.”

“Finding comfort in Psalm 42 while wrestling with a Parkinson's diagnosis, being reminded that our true hope is anchored in God rather than health or circumstance.”

“Explaining the Greek word *ginosko* in John 8:32, showing that when we live out God's truth, our personal experience creates an unshakable faith no argument can take away.”

This Week

Commit to getting your theology directly from God's Word each day rather than relying on social media sound bites or cultural opinions.

Memorize key Bible verses to use as spiritual weapons when facing temptation, fear, or anxiety.

Trust in the full truth and historical reliability of Scripture, remembering that the God who created the heavens and the earth can perform any miracle.

Turn to the Lord in prayer and praise during difficult or painful seasons, anchoring your hope in Him rather than in earthly circumstances or health.

Flee unhealthy desires and actively pursue righteousness alongside a strong community of believers.

Rest in the relentless love and grace of God, knowing that like the prodigal son, you are welcomed, valued, and restored whenever you turn home to Him.

Be prepared to share the reasons for your faith in Jesus and the Bible with gentleness and respect.

Remember This

We can confidently trust the Bible because Jesus rose from the dead, trusted Scripture completely, and continues to transform lives through its living truth.

A Challenge for You

Start holding on to God's Word for dear life, getting into Scripture daily so He can speak to you, strengthen you, guide you, and carry you through every trial.

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