[dmanLA]

A suggestion:

It is better to tell unbelievers that you take the Bible (Word of God) SERIOUSLY instead of literally. The Bible uses many literary techniques such as analogies that do not make much sense if took literally.

Most importantly, the Word of God must be taken in totality not just a sentence here and a sentence there.

My $.02.

[GrandEagle]

It is better to tell unbelievers that you take the Bible (Word of God) SERIOUSLY instead of literally. The Bible uses many literary techniques such as analogies that do not make much sense if took literally.

On this point I would disagree. When the bible uses analogies and parables it is quite clear, especially parables. I am quite comfortable with literally.

Most importantly, the Word of God must be taken in totality not just a sentence here and a sentence there.
On this we are in total agreement.

Cordially,
GE