Opening Question

What evidence would convince you that the Bible was inspired by God?

Introduction

For Peter, two strong pieces of evidence convicted him of God’s intersection with humanity: first was the Hebrew Prophetic Scriptures, and second was his experience with Jesus. These verses tie these two “proof” together.

The Transfiguration

2 Peter 1:16-18 – Opponents may have suggested Peter was just making up stories about Jesus, much the way some people today make up stories of 9-11. But Peter argues from personal testimony. He was there on the mountain when Jesus was transfigured, He heard the voice from heaven, saw Jesus’ visitors, and ...