

#179 Throwing Out Scripture to Save Sola Scriptura - Joe Heschmeyer
31 snips Jun 5, 2025
Dive into the fascinating debate over the ending of the Gospel of Mark, with three theories presented on its mysterious conclusion. Explore the challenges of authorship and divine inspiration as the complexities of biblical canon take center stage. Delve into interpretations of key figures like Mary Magdalene and the stylistic distinctions in the Gospels. Joe also tackles the contentious issues surrounding Mark 16 and its theological implications, questioning the foundation of scriptural authority in relation to Sola Scriptura.
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Theories on Mark 16 Ending
- Three main theories explain Mark 16's ending: a cliffhanger by Mark, a lost original ending, or an incomplete version in some communities.
- Theories have weaknesses and none prove conclusively which is correct.
Distinguishing Authorship and Inspiration
- Divine inspiration and human authorship are distinct questions regarding scripture.
- Mark 16's last verses may not be penned by Mark but can still be divinely inspired.
Early Church Support for Longer Ending
- Early Church Father Irenaeus quoted the longer ending of Mark as canonical as early as 180 AD.
- This undermines the claim that the longer ending is a late medieval addition.