The archaeological and non-biblical evidences for the Son and word of God are exactly what we would expect to find. Roman historians took little notice of Jesus' life and death until his movement became significant to the Empire. Archaeological evidence documents the existence of the most significant kings of the Old Testament and leaders of the New. Nothing in the archaeological record contradicts Scripture. Rather, we find much outside the Bible to confirm that which we find inside its pages.

Fulfilled prophecy is another matter. Here we find evidence so remarkable as to be almost beyond human comprehension. Taken together, non-biblical historical records, archaeology, and fulfilled prophecy offer us yet more reasons to trust the authority of God's word today.

Next Friday we'll continue our conversation. In the meanwhile, let's consider the best way to know if Jesus existed and his word is true: meet him yourself. Have you spoken with him yet this morning?

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