#STRask What Is the Definition of Inerrancy?
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Feb 17, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of biblical inerrancy and the nuances of its definition. Explore the historical significance of events like Christ's resurrection and the Exodus in validating Christian faith. Unpack the authorship of the Gospels, particularly Mark and Luke, including the challenges surrounding their connections to Jesus. The conversation sheds light on the internal debates regarding Scriptural authority and the reliability of these texts compared to non-canonical accounts.
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Inerrancy vs. Infallibility
- Inerrancy and infallibility are distinct terms regarding biblical authority.
- Infallibility focuses on theological matters, while inerrancy considers the Bible without error in all its affirmations.
Basis for Biblical Inerrancy
- The Bible claims inerrancy because Jesus affirmed Scripture as unbreakable, being God's word.
- It's inspired, or "God-breathed," not originating from human will.
Inerrancy as Internal Discussion
- The discussion of inerrancy is primarily an internal Christian discussion about scriptural authority.
- It's about how Christians interpret the Bible's authority, not proving it to non-Christians.