Does The Bible Say There Will Be No More Prophets Or Scriptures?

Welcome to Day 3 of our 60-Day Challenge! Today, we’re moving on to question three of our 60-Day Challenge, but first, let’s take a moment to reflect on question two: If the Bible has obvious contradictions, how can it be viewed as the final and infallible Word of God by Christians?

This question is one that has puzzled many people for centuries, and it’s important to address it thoughtfully. If you’ve Googled "Bible contradictions," you might have come across countless examples—one of the most famous being William Henry Burr’s 1860 list of 144 so-called contradictions in the Bible.

One example we looked at yesterday comes from Acts 9:7, where it says the men traveling with Paul heard a voice but saw no one. Yet, in Acts 22:9, Paul recounts the same story, saying the men saw the light but did not hear the voice. At first glance, these verses seem to conflict, and critics of the Bible often point to these types of inconsistencies to challenge its divine authority.

However, when we dive deeper into the cultural, linguistic, and historical context, we find that what may appear as contradictions are often the result of translation differences, or varying perspectives of the same event. Many biblical scholars explain that ancient texts were not written with the same standards of precision that we expect today. Instead, the essence of the story—the divine message—remains intact. God’s Word, in its truest form, transcends human imperfections and speaks directly to the heart of the believer.

The Bible, though written by human hands, is divinely inspired, and while we may struggle with parts of it, those struggles often push us toward a deeper understanding of its purpose and meaning. It’s not the contradictions that define the Bible’s infallibility, but the message of salvation and eternal truth that we are called to understand.

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Now, for Today’s Question: Does the Bible say anywhere that there will not be any more prophets or additional scriptures?

This is question three in our challenge, and it’s one that has sparked much debate among Christians. Many believe that with the canonization of the Bible, the age of prophets ended and that no new scriptures can be added. But is that belief biblically sound?

This is one that really makes us stop and think. For many, the belief that the Bible is the final word of God and that no more scripture will come is deeply rooted. Yet, as we dive into passages like Matthew 23:37-39, we find Jesus speaking to the people of Jerusalem about their history of rejecting prophets and the promise that more would come in the future.

Think about that for a second. If God spoke through prophets in the past, and His nature is unchanging, why wouldn’t He continue to send us messengers today? Is it possible that more revelation could be on the horizon? And if so, would we be willing to accept it?

I want you to sit with this question today. Reflect on the scriptures and what they mean to you personally. We live in a time where many voices claim to have the truth, but the Bible itself gives us hints that God’s communication with us may not have ended with the closing of the biblical canon.

So, I leave you with this: Does the Bible explicitly say that there will never be any more prophets or additional scriptures?

Ponder that. Let it sit with you today, and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. We’re on this journey together, and your insights are just as valuable as the questions we’re asking.

As we continue this challenge, let’s keep our hearts and minds open to where God might be leading us. I’m excited to hear your thoughts, and I look forward to our ongoing exploration of these important questions. Keep seeking, keep asking, and together, we’ll uncover truths that have the power to transform our lives.

Transcription:

  Hi, my name is Joe Cirillo with Gospel First, and thanks once again for your decision to follow me on this exciting journey to find Christ restored church in our day. But before I give you question number three, did you get the answer to question number two?

If the Bible has obvious contradictions, then how can it be viewed as the final and infallible Word of God by Christians?

If you Google Bible contradictions, it will give you many examples. In 1860, William Henry Burr produced a list of 144 self contradictions in the Bible. Biblical scholars have studied the inconsistencies in and in between texts and canons as a means to study the Bible and the societies that created and influenced it.

One such example is Acts chapter 9, verse 7, which says, And the men which journeyed with him stood speechless, hearing a voice, but seeing no man. Compared to Acts chapter 22, verse 9, it says, And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid, but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me.

So here's question number three. Does the Bible say anywhere in it that there will not be any more prophets or any additional scriptures? Well, you can find the answer in Matthew 23, verse 39, and Matthew 23, verse 37. And as usual, I'd love to hear your thoughts.