I would certainly not make such a claim.
When one reads the greats, just by the esteem one holds, some error or overreach may be overlooked. I do not know of any writing other then Scriptures in which I found total agreement.
One of the habits that I had was, that when I would read a writing, I would make margin notes concerning the content not only to help track with the writer but to stop and consider Scripture evidence of support or not. It was a helpful practice to me.
3 John
Discussion in 'Baptist Theology & Bible Study' started by JonC, Mar 31, 2022.
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But when it comes to foundational doctrines (doctrines central to our faith, upon which we build, and which influence so much of Scripture) I believe we have to stay with "what is written". -
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you post what I said.
not twisted like you doing again
I've never denied scripture,and I never will
I always stand by the confessional statement of scripture in the 1689 the first part of the confession is that scripture is the Only Rule of faith and practice -
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A number of students would run to this or that view because it was new or unusual to them, and they thought it would hold all answers.
You mentioned eschatology and the historical pre - mill has no problem with multiple resurrections. They understand that Lazarrus was raised, that the saints were caught up to heaven after being released from paradise, that there will be a reaping (catching up - rapture) in the future, and even a final resurrection of all dead at the final judgement. All these are found in Scriptures and are truth.
So, when reading from others who do not have such a foundational view, I always cautioned students to not be "carried away" but to mark where that writer relies upon "other then Scriptures" or makes attempts to mark as allegorical what can be taken as actual.
Prior to 1940's no one dreamed of whole groups having their bodies melt away before they hit the ground dead. Now we see it evidenced, and Scripture affirmed.
Prior to the 1970's, one would not perceive the ability to instantly video converse around the world. Now we see how global communication and world antichrist unification of religion, economy and government can become factual.
As one should and does read to increase the understanding of views even to cite them (as did Paul in his letter writing by quoting philosophy, science,..., I always desire that one not depart from the Scripture as the total foundational final authority. -
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I want to study paedobaptism next so I want ppl who are well versed in it. I’m not looking for affirmation but to gain info. Even if I end up rejecting both, I’ve gained knowledge of their beliefs and why they believe what they do. -
If you have read much DL Moody he is worth some time as well. One of my first encounters was reading his testimony of the Chicago fire (which showed him an urgency his ministry was missing). -
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I have not changed my opinion.
I believe when it comes to foundational doctrines we have to stay with what is written in the text of Scripture. The reason is these are doctrines that affect how we see other truths, and upon which we build other doctrines.
So I disagree with you insofar as Scripture teaching something in addition to or other than what is in it's text. -
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Have we not all met daily those who would agree, yet give lip service to the application to their own life.
Perhaps the difficulty is that there is fear and perhaps a love of this life that prevents one from application.
Paul knew and had studied vast amounts of both sacred and secular work. He stated in Philippians a single desire:
I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death,
There are many that want the resurrection, but cry out in dismay at suffering and shake when faced with death.
Oh, believers are to suffer, just as our Lord suffered. We (unless He catches us away first) will drink of that cup of suffering and death, for that was what He said would take place.
How then will we, who have such little opposition that few if any marks of the Savior are born on our body, be in awe of those who daily die for Him and stand with us at the place of reward. -
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More damage control.
JonC says...as he defines it.
The bible defines that as talebearing
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