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The Bible and the Church: Revisiting the Obvious

This hermeneutical reflection argues that only the Scriptures are capable of leading the church out of the maze of so many ethical options and theological points of view vying for acceptance. In a culture of relativism and consumerism, we should take seriously the self-authenticating claims of the Bible. By submitting to the Scriptures' absolute authority, will the church be able to solve her theological and practical quandaries and remain united under the lordship of Jesus Christ?

Uncategorized January 30, 2013

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Written by Elias Brasil de Souza

This hermeneutical reflection argues that only the Scriptures are capable of leading the church out of the maze of so many ethical options and theological points of view vying for acceptance. In a culture of relativism and consumerism, we should take seriously the self-authenticating claims of the Bible. By submitting to the Scriptures’ absolute authority, will the church be able to solve her theological and practical quandaries and remain united under the lordship of Jesus Christ?