Why Should You Believe The Message In The Bible?

Do you consider yourself religious?
Recent studies have shown that the percentage of Americans who call themselves non-religious has increased to about 20%, which is up about 5% in the last ten years alone.
Why is this?
Contemporary times have an underlying cynical tone pervading that tells people to not believe everything they hear.  This might be good advice in general (it is), but in terms of religion it might be partially responsible for changing people's views.  This might be the topic of another blog post, but the more times people hear something the more likely it starts to "sink in"  and affect behavior and attitude.
The cynical tone of the culture can lead a person to want more verification before believing something to be true.  Christians like to believe there is enough in the Bible to convince anyone who has an open mind.  However, this is IF one looks at things properly, which could involve instruction from others.
The cynical one is shown when people make comments like, "I'll believe it when I see it."   Furthermore, humans are taught not to believe everything they do see, as it could be a trick.
This post focuses on some of the reasons why a person SHOULD believe the Bible and the message of salvation that comes with it. 
Why Should You Believe The Message In The Bible?
1.  The Bible is timeless.
The Bible was written by about 66 authors over a time span of nearly 1,500 years.  They were all pointing to or delivering the same message. 
The values in the Bible are meant to apply to ALL subsequent generation, regardless of changes in things such as scientific technology.
2.  It is evident there are powers greater than humans.
In the twelve step program after you acknowledge that you have a problem the next step is to recognize there is a power greater than yourself.  It is important to realize you are not the greatest power in the universe.
A.A. - stars, body
3. The transient state of things on earth.
On earth humans age, seasons come and go and things are in a stage of development. 
4. Human behavior, in general, displays why a Savior is necessary.
In the Bible it is often referred to as "living in the flesh." 
modern society
why humans need a savior
Author:  Albert Wagner