Churchmen Podcast Ep. 22 – Biblicism with Dr. Brad Klassen (Part 1)
Jan 17, 2024
Dr. Brad Klassen, a professor at The Master's Seminary specializing in biblical interpretation, joins hosts Jerry Wragg and Lance Quinn for a deep dive into biblicism. They dissect various critiques, particularly Christian Smith's views, and explore the tension between scripture and tradition. Klassen distinguishes between true biblicism and subjective interpretations, emphasizing the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. The conversation navigates the role of creeds and the importance of community in interpreting biblical texts, all while guarding against novel claims.
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Biblicism Centers On Practical Authority
- Biblicism is debated as an approach that treats the Bible as practical ultimate authority rather than merely theoretical.
- Critics claim biblicism is impossible to sustain, but proponents see the dispute as about practical authority and hermeneutics.
Smith's Critique Pushes Toward Rome
- Christian Smith's critique leads him to recommend returning to Rome's magisterium as the solution to perceived biblicism failures.
- Brad Klassen warns that adopting Smith's critique without endorsing Rome's conclusions is inconsistent.
Smith's Roman Conclusion Highlighted
- Brad Klassen recounts Christian Smith's conclusion that critiquing biblicism necessitates returning to Rome.
- He challenges listeners to accept Smith's Roman conclusion if they use his critique.
