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Issues, Etc.

Lutheran and Reformed Views of Scripture, Part 1 – Dr. John Bombaro, 11/5/24 (3102)

Nov 5, 2024
Dr. John Bombaro, Senior Pastor at St. James Lutheran Church, dives into the rich theological distinctions between Lutheran and Reformed views on Scripture. He highlights Martin Luther’s revolutionary stance on 'scripture alone' and its implications for authority. The discussion touches on philosophical challenges to biblical inerrancy and explores the contrasting interpretations of Christ within these traditions. Personal narratives enrich the conversation, revealing how confessional Lutheranism provides spiritual solace.
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  • Both Lutheran and Reformed traditions recognize the authority of Scripture as the inspired word of God, acknowledging the same 66 books as sacred canon.
  • The interpretive divergence between the two traditions highlights Lutherans' reliance on a Christological hermeneutic versus Reformed emphasis on human reasoning in understanding Scripture.

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The Foundation of Scriptural Authority

Lutheran and Reformed theologians share a common agreement on the authority of Scripture, with both traditions affirming that it is the inspired word of God. This consensus is rooted in the belief that Scripture leaks out from God and proclaims Christ, establishing a formal and material principle of faith. Both traditions also accept the same 66 books of the Old and New Testaments as sacred canon, rejecting other writings as non-scriptural. This foundational alignment illustrates the significance of Scripture in expressing and shaping Christian faith across both traditions.

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