
 Light + Truth
 Light + Truth Defending Biblical Authority
 Feb 27, 2025 
 John Piper, a prominent Reformed Baptist theologian, passionately discusses the authority of the Bible and its crucial role in the church. He reflects on J.I. Packer's influential writings, highlighting the need to defend scripture against liberal critiques. Piper tackles the challenges of apparent contradictions in biblical texts, urging a focus on deeper truths. He also explores the importance of unity amidst diverse theological perspectives and delves into God's emotions, emphasizing how understanding scripture shapes our relationship with Him. 
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Packer's Book Recommendation
- Read J.I. Packer's Fundamentalism and the Word of God.
- It addresses questions about Scripture's authority and infallibility.
Shifting from Retreat to Engagement
- The evangelical movement shifted from a defensive stance to engaging in public discourse.
- J.I. Packer, John Stott, and Martyn Lloyd-Jones advocated for a reasonable defense of Christianity.
Moses and Scriptural Contradictions
- J.I. Packer uses a story about Moses to illustrate how to handle scriptural difficulties.
- He emphasizes reconciling apparent contradictions within Scripture rather than dismissing them.









