Magnified

Why Weren't These "Secret" Books Included in the Bible? The Apocrypha

Why are the Apocrypha considered part of the canon of Scripture by some but not by others? Should you be reading the apocryphal books like you do the Bible? We magnify these supposed “lost books of the Bible” to see what all the fuss is about.
 

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Some resources that take a deeper dive on the apocrypha:
https://www.ucg.org/beyond-today/blogs/bible-cliff-notes-between-the-tes...
https://www.ucg.org/bible-study-tools/bible-questions-and-answers/what-i...
 
Scriptures referenced (explicitly or implicitly) in this episode:
03:41 - John 16:33
03:58 - Philippians 2:5-8
04:08 - 2 Corinthians 12:2
 
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Micah Gunn

Host of Magnified

B.A. Theology and Biblical Studies (2022); Regent University

In addition to serving as the host for Magnified, Micah is a script writer, producer, and content creator. He is a 3rd generation Christian living in Columbus, Ohio and serves as a deacon in his home congregation. He graduated from Ambassador Bible College in 2019  and served on the program’s staff after graduation. Micah operates his own theology and apologetics podcast called “Truth Be Told,” and is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University.