The Counsel of Trent #1015 - Michael Horton's Response to Me on Sola Scriptura (REBUTTED)
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Apr 1, 2025 
In this discussion, Michael Horton, a Reformed theologian from Westminster Seminary California, critiques the doctrine of Sola Scriptura. They dive into historical perspectives, highlighting challenges to its claims rooted in early Church teachings. Horton examines Clement of Rome’s emphasis on oral traditions over written texts and Irenaeus’ defense of scripture against Gnosticism. The conversation grapples with the complexity of scripture and tradition, arguing for the necessity of communal interpretation in preserving theological integrity.
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Sufficiency vs. Sola Scriptura
- Trent Horn argues that Michael Horton conflates the sufficiency of Scripture with Sola Scriptura.
- Sufficiency goes beyond Sola Scriptura by claiming everything needed for salvation is explicitly or implicitly in Scripture.
Galatians 1:8 Misinterpretation
- Horton uses Galatians 1:8 to defend Sola Scriptura, but the verse doesn't mention Scripture.
- The verse discusses believing the Gospel preached by apostles, not an infallible rule of faith.
1 Corinthians 4:6 Ambiguity
- Horton cites 1 Corinthians 4:6, "Do not go beyond what is written," to support Sola Scriptura.
- Scholars debate the meaning of "what is written," and it doesn't necessarily refer to all Scripture.
