The Limitations of Sola Scriptura

Sola Scriptura is defined as the belief that one can interpret the Bible without guidance from church tradition, which raises multiple concerns. This approach is criticized for detaching biblical interpretation from the historical teachings of the Church Fathers and may lead to individualistic interpretations. The speaker identifies six specific issues with Sola Scriptura, including its deviation from early church practices and its potential to allow contemporary cultural influences to infiltrate biblical understanding. By ignoring the contextual insights provided by the Fathers, proponents of Sola Scriptura risk misinterpreting scripture, which can result in liberal theological outcomes.