There are thousands of old Greek manuscripts that support the New Testament of the Bible, which includes the life of Jesus Christ. There are no contradictions between the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They were not the only witnesses to verify the resurrection of Christ. Some of the witnesses were women. It is interesting that the women's accounts were also documented, when at that time women were not held in very high regard. Not only that, there are historical and geological facts written in the Greek manuscripts to support the places that Jesus lived, preached, died, and rose from the dead. Actual places and times, not fictional accounts.
Christians believe that Jesus is the son of God, and essentially He is God. I don't know anyone else who can die and rise from the dead to visit the living again in human form. He has my respect and admiration for the kindness he bestowed on others especially the less fortunate and the unaccepted, the healing miracles He performed, and His resurrection to prove that He was God. Many other religions believe there is a God or creator even if they do not recognize Jesus as the son of God. Very interesting point when looking at the beliefs of various cultures.
There is a lot of mystery and paranormal activity that indicates that there is something more out there than just ourselves. I believe that by our complex makeup we are more than just pond scum elevated to a higher order. I believe there is a very talented creator at the heart of life. Granted, mankind has twisted the original principles and have called it religion, using the name God as a means for personal gain and profit, but if one reads the Bible a great deal will become clear. Certainly the way Jesus lived is something to respect.
Just my two cents. I will not push the issue further as this is an Atheist/Agnostic forum, and I respect all who have various beliefs.
