Defenders Podcast Defenders: Doctrine of Revelation (Part 4): The Inspiration of Scripture
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Sep 29, 2021 Dive into the profound concept of Scripture's inspiration, where every word is seen as 'God-breathed.' Discover how the Holy Spirit guided authors, emphasizing the detailed nature of inspiration—not just ideas. The discussion unveils the complexities of textual transmission and the need for accurate scholarly reconstruction of the original texts. It also underscores the New Testament's inspired nature while connecting it to the Old Testament, plus tips for building a solid Christian library to enhance biblical understanding.
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Inspiration of Scripture
- Scripture's inspiration is primarily a property of the text itself, not the authors.
- 2 Timothy 3:16 emphasizes that the scripture is "God-breathed."
Holy Spirit's Role
- While the text is inspired, 2 Peter 1:19-21 suggests the Holy Spirit guided the authors.
- The Spirit "carried along" the prophets, ensuring their words were from God.
Plenary Inspiration
- Scriptural inspiration is plenary, meaning all of scripture is inspired.
- 2 Timothy 3:16 states that "all scripture" is inspired by God.