THE ETERNAL WISDOM OF THE BIBLE

IMAGINE that you are visiting a museum full of ancient works. Almost all are pitted, worn and eroded. Some are missing large fragments. However, there is one that is incredibly intact. Its intricate design is perceived in every detail. "Is it newer than the others?" He asks the "No," she replies, "it's one of the oldest and has never been restored." "Has it always been stored somewhere?" you say. "No," the guide answers again, "this is the one He has endured the worst attacks of wind and rain, and has been the object of many acts of vandalism. "Then you may think:" But is it made? "

In a certain sense, the Bible is like that amazing work. It is a very old book, more than most. It is true that there are other ancient writings, but like those worn-out works, many of them have deteriorated over time. The statements of these writings on scientific subjects, for example, have been refuted by new knowledge based on proven facts Your advice on medicine is often more dangerous than beneficial. And of many of those old writings there are only fragments left, as some parts have been lost or are badly damaged.

The Bible, it is completely different, it is more than three thousand five hundred years old, but it remains intact. And although it has suffered constant attacks over the centuries - it has been burned, proscribed and discredited - its statements that show that it was far ahead of its time. "Old-fashioned or ahead of its time?").

THE VALUES WE NEED TODAY

Even so, you may ask yourself: "Are the Bible's advice still practical?" To find the answer, think about the worst problems facing humanity. What are the most frightening? Maybe you think about war, pollution, violence or corruption. Now analyze some basic Bible teachings and, in doing so, ask yourself: "Would the world be better if we all abided by these values?"

LOVE TO PEACE

"Happy are the peacemakers, since they will be called 'children of God'? (Matthew 5: 9) "If it is possible as far as it depends on you, be peaceful with all men" (Romans 12:18).