Truth Unites
A Fallible List of Infallible Books?
Sep 2, 2024
Gavin Ortlund, President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville, delves into the complex nature of the Protestant canon. He poses intriguing questions about the fallibility of the biblical canon, exploring how historical processes shaped its formation. Ortlund emphasizes the church's role in testifying to Scripture rather than serving as an infallible authority. His insights challenge listeners to reconsider conventional understandings of authority and reliability within the canon.
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- The Protestant view emphasizes that while the church plays a role in recognizing Scripture, it does not confer infallibility upon the texts.
- The historical development of the biblical canon involved organic, fallible processes rather than authoritative declarations of infallibility by the church.
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Understanding Canonization in Protestantism
The discussion highlights the core belief among Protestants that the canonization of Scripture is based on the divine inspiration of the individual books rather than the infallibility of the church itself. Both Protestants and non-Protestants agree that God is the true author of Scripture, and the church's role is to discern which books are inspired. This acknowledgment helps clarify where the views diverge, particularly regarding the church's supposed infallibility during the canonization process. By emphasizing that the church serves as a necessary witness rather than conferring divine status, it becomes evident that recognizing inspired works does not require the church's infallibility.
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