The existence of the hypothetical Gospel Q discredits the authenticity and inspiration of the New Testament Gospels.

The claim that the Gospel Q undermines the authenticity of the New Testament is fundamentally flawed. Firstly, Q is a theoretical construct without any manuscript evidence to support its existence. It was proposed by scholars who often do not hold to the inspiration of the Bible, and many New Testament scholars dispute its relevance altogether. Some even argue that the material attributed to Q may actually have originated from Matthew himself, which further complicates the Muslim assertion. Moreover, the existence of non-canonical sources does not negate the inspiration of the canonical Gospels. Luke himself acknowledged that many have attempted to compile accounts of Jesus, which he meticulously investigated to provide an accurate narrative. This indicates that the early Christian community was open to various sources, yet still committed to preserving the truth of the Gospel message. Additionally, the idea that Q's existence could weaken the Gospels is misguided. If anything, it suggests that the Synoptic Gospels are rooted in early, authentic testimonies of Jesus' sayings. The scholarly debate surrounding Q only highlights the rich historical context in which the Gospels were written, reinforcing their credibility rather than diminishing it.