If I were teaching an Introduction to Christianity class that the whole planet had to take, I could see assigning this text. Well illustrated, well written, well reasoned, an excellent intro to God's most excellent book. -- Jonathan Leeman (Editorial Director of 9Marks Ministries; author of Reverberation and The Surprising Offense of God’s Love)
The Bible says it is more precious than gold and sweeter than honey. But today most people doubt those claims. Many don’t even bother to read the Bible before dismissing it. Whether you’re a long-standing Christian or just beginning to explore the Christian faith, Can I Really Trust the Bible? will give you good reasons to pick up the Bible with confidence. It's a model of clear and engaging writing. -- Tim Chester (Crosslands Training; Author of Enjoying God)
This little book by Barry Cooper offers an outstanding primer on the Bible's reliability. It should bolster your belief that Christian Scripture is what it claims to be: communication from God. What a privilege to own and read the Bible, getting to know our Maker. What a joy to live as it says. I can testify personally to the peace and well-being that comes from letting it shape one's life. Don't believe me? I dare you to try it on for size. -- Douglas A. Sweeney (Trinity Evangelical Divinity School)
Far too many books about the Bible are boring. In this down-to-earth, easy-to-read and accessible book, Barry Cooper speaks directly to the reader and answers the questions they might be asking in a language they understand. A great tool for getting to grips with what the Bible is all about. -- Chine Mbubaegbu (Head of media & communications, Evangelical Alliance)
The beauty of this little book isn’t merely that it explains what the Bible is, but that it does so in a way that stirs up awe and a desire to immerse oneself in God’s powerful written words. Read this, and you can’t help but be moved to “taste and see” that those words are good. -- Amy K. Hall (Stand to Reason)
Can I Really Trust the Bible? is a refreshing and encouraging read that would be superb to share with those looking to explore this vital topic. -- Aaron Armstrong
Barry Cooper’s book, Can I trust the Bible? And other questions about Scripture, truth and how God speaks is a good introduction to the topics of biblical authorship, authority, reliability, readability and more. -- Dave McDonald (TGC Australia)
Today's arguments against Scripture need today's answers. With clear thinking and good humour Barry Cooper addresses intellectual and historical objections. But also, more pressingly, he explores the personal and moral concerns commonly raised in evangelism. Most importantly, this book dispels the ignorance surrounding the Bible and urges us to taste and see its goodness for ourselves. An excellent book to read and pass on. -- Glen Scrivener (Evangelist and blogger)
What if God has spoken and we're just not listening? Barry Cooper has given us straightforward and thoughtful answers to a seriously important question. Read this book and learn what the Bible really says about itself, and be equipped to answer today's common objections to its trustworthiness. I really love this book and can't wait to get it into the hands of the people I serve. -- Amy Wicks (Women's worker, St Helen's Bishopsgate)
Warm and witty, concise and compelling, this is a delightful and easily digestible primer on why we should trust the Bible. An excellent tool for equipping a new believer or engaging a skeptical friend. -- Bobby Jamieson (9Marks Editor)
Concise, easy to read and informative. Barry Cooper has written a superb resource to begin to answer questions that many Christians struggle with about the Bible. -- Becky Miles (Biblica Europe)
For such a small book, Barry has given us a surprisingly comprehensive answer to the question: “how does God speak?” Simple (without being simplistic), accessible and logical, Can I really trust the Bible is a persuasive defence of the Bible's own claim that it is the very words of God. At the same time, it also manages to be heartwarming and affirming - not only was I reminded of what solid grounds we have for trusting the Bible, I was reminded that I love it, too. I will be giving copies to members of all the congregations with which I work. -- Andrew Holt (Covent Garden Talks, Euston Area Talks, and Associate Minister of St Paul’s Harold Hill and St Thomas Noak Hill)
This is one of the best series of books on the market in the UK right now. So easy to read, accessible and practical. This one is right up there as one of the best. Excellently written, clear, concise and just about the best introduction you are going to find on the reliability of the Bible. Really, really good. This is going to be so helpful for our ministry within the schemes. -- Mez McConnell (Director of 20 schemes)
I wish I could have read this years ago when I was struggling to know if I could trust the Bible. Clear and compelling, Barry Cooper packs in a huge amount, but with wonderful readability. This needs to be widely distributed. -- Michael Reeves (President of Union School of Theology)
“Did God really say?” This age old question that Satan whispered in the Garden of Eden still resonates in the hearts of many people today. In this concise work Barry Cooper wisely and winsomely helps us answer issues that our family, friends, co-workers, and fellow church members are wrestling with when it comes to trusting the Bible. This presentation of evidence, apologetics, and engaging questions will encourage the reader to trust the Bible, but even more, the One who gave it to us. -- J. Garrett Kell (Lead Pastor - Del Ray Baptist Church - Alexandria, VA)
You have questions about the Bible. Barry Cooper has answers. I'm so grateful for this brief yet somehow comprehensive survey of what Scripture itself and the great scholars throughout history say about the reliability of God's Word. Read it to bolster your own faith and share it with friends so they, too, might taste and see that the Lord is good to give us his Word. A wonderful book. -- Collin Hansen (editorial director of The Gospel Coalition and author of Young, Restless, Reformed: A Journalist's Journey with the New Calvinists)
