Tracing John Webster’s later work on the doctrine of revelation provides a framework to answer both theological and philosophical issues regarding the doctrine. Theologians and philosophers have yet to agree on a myriad of overlapping issues, and epistemological and ontological questions surrounding revelation is of recent concern. “Revelation” in Christian theology is a multivalent term. … Read more
In this paper, I will argue that etymology, while not sufficient on its own to determine the meaning of θεόπνευστος, should not simply be dismissed. Instead, etymology can establish normative patterns of usage that should be presumed until a compelling argument is made to the contrary. The impetus for this paper comes from the argument … Read more
As Gerald O’Collins has recently observed, much contemporary bibliology has left the theme of inspiration “out in the cold.” Indeed, across dogmatic treatments of scripture’s unique qualities, one is hard-pressed to find detailed treatment of either the history of the idea of inspiration or constructive theological reflection on the mode and operation of inspiration. This … Read more
Last year’s paper, “Seeking an Autograph: an Investigation into OT Autography,” looked into the issues of OT autography and Article 10 of the Chicago Statement on Inerrancy. This presentation continues that investigation by looking at the possibility of locating the original autograph(s) in the protomasoretic tradition. The study engages articles and publications from scholars such … Read more
The Reformation raised the question of Scripture’s sufficiency in relation to church authority: the Reformers affirmatively answered the question, “Is Scripture sufficient for salvation apart from tradition?” Modern evangelicals consider a different question: “Is Scripture sufficient for soul care apart from modern psychology?” The relationship of Scripture and psychology in soul care is often discussed … Read more