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Are There Books Missing from the Bible? The Truth About the 'Lost Books' Most questions about the Bible have complicated answers. Here's one that doesn't: Yes, there are books missing from the Bible.  How do we know? The Bible itself mentions them! But "missing" can mean a lot of different things. Here are the various types of "lost books" that didn't make it in — and why. Read More Bible News The latest Bible-related and Bible-adjacent news August 22 — Barna Group's latest report on "Engaging the Spiritually Open" reveals a surprising trend in the faith stories of "open" non-Christians: the experience of shame and judgment. Open Christians, on the other hand, tend to focus on how they were taught to connect with God and treat people with kindness. Barna suggests that Christians reaching out to non-Christians help provide resources to overcome past trauma. (Barna Group) August 23 — Ever wonder what Jesus (or his disciples) might have thrown away? Excavations of drainage channels in Jerusalem have revealed a trove of items discarded in the decades leading up to the Second Temple's destruction in 70 AD. Recovered items include everything from ceramic oil lamps, pots, and dishes to grape seeds, fish bones, and eggshells — which cast light on ancient Israelite dietary habits. (Biblical Archaeology Society) August 24 — After 13 years of work, the Colombian Bible Society revealed its first complete translation of the Bible into an indigenous language. Wayuunaiki is a language spoken by the two largest indigenous ethnic groups in Colombia, together comprising 32% of the indigenous population. The organization has distributed 1,600 copies free to the Wayú people, and hopes to provide at least 10,000 by the end of the year. (Christian Today) See All News   Back to Bible Study Sale For a limited time, you can save an additional 15% for life with our Back to Bible Study Sale! As low as $3.54/month with code STUDY15. Shop Now      Look at the Book: Ezra Finally… we're back from the 70-year Babylonian exile, the temple is rebuilt, and Ezra is here to tell us about it.   LEARN MORE ► In Case You Missed It You Feel Stagnant, but God Has a Purpose for You  It's true that God knows his plans for you — but that doesn't mean they will be easy. Life coach and Bible teacher Becky Kiser offers a reminder to seek God first. Read More 33 of the Best Study Bibles for Every Type of Reader This article will help you sort through the many Study Bible options out there to narrow down your decision-making process. Read More Must-Have Resources Breath as Prayer Find hope amid anxiety through the spiritual practice of breath prayer in this beautifully illustrated and practical guide to connecting body, mind, and spirit during times of stress. Breath as Prayer will lead you through the practice and the proven health benefits of Christian breath prayer: intentional prayers centered around Scripture that focus our minds on Christ as we calm our bodies through breathing.   $11.99 40% OFF   Shop Now Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Based on Experiencing the Heart of Jesus and Experiencing the Words of Jesus, two bestselling books by Max Lucado, this unique Bible study helps you build a bond and a deep relationship with our Savior. 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