1.7 Inspiration and the Bible as the word of God

• How is the Bible the Word of God?

  • God guided its writings with the Holy Spirit
  • The Bible contains words of Prophets - people who were inspired by God
  • The Bible tells stories of Jesus - Jesus is the Word of God in the flesh
• What is the Magisterium?

  An organisation consisting of The Pope and the Bishops that shape and confirm Bible Teachings for the modern age
• Why has the Magisterium got this much Authority over the Bible?

  It is believed they are guided and inspired by the Holy Spirit when making decisions
• What does Dei Verbum show about Catholics?

  That they believe the Word of God is sacred