Friday, June 24, 2011

The Authority of the Bible

Our Topic...what is the actual authority of the Bible.

Verses to Consider:     John 10:35; Revelation 22:18-19; Matthew 5:17-18; 1 Corinthians 14:37



Key Questions:

  • How high in the pecking order is the Scripture?

  • I’m responsible to know the Scriptures (interpret it myself), so does it still have authority over me?

  • How does church history/tradition relate to the Scripture?

  • Is the Bible sufficient for what God wants us to know?

  • How does the Bible relate to science


Application:

Divine Truth:
            What are some old beliefs that I need to lay aside and new beliefs I need to adopt:

            What are some old behaviors I need to lay aside and new behaviors I need to adopt:
Nurturing Relationships:
    How does this truth affect relationships…
                        ...with my spouse (if appropriate):
                        ...with my child/parent:
                        ...with my employer/employee:
                        ...with my friends:
                        ...with my brother/sister:
                        ...with those in authority:

Apostolic Mission:    
     How does this truth help me in overcoming the enemy’s schemes?

     How does this truth help me in pursuing the mission I have in God’s kingdom?


Take Home:

    The Scripture is superior to me

            The Scripture has a claim on my life

            Its authority leads us to a right relationship with God

            Have a learning, submitting, growing, awe-filled approach to the Scriptures

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