As with much theology, we are tempted to view the clarity of Scripture as true, but not essentially important for the Christian life. Yet I believe that much is lost if we reject or neglect this concept. What follows are six things affected by our belief in the clarity of Scripture. Read More
Tag: Perspicuity
The Clarity of Scripture | Part 4
If the Bible is clear, then, why do we sometimes misunderstand it? And why do we disagree on so many points of Scripture if it is as clear as we’ve said it is? Read More
The Clarity of Scripture | Part 3
Does the Bible teach its own clarity? I hope that through this brief study you can say with me that it does. What God expects from His people is clear in His revealed Word, and as we read that Word we better understand His will for our lives. Read More
The Clarity of Scripture | Part 2
The Bible is clear. It speaks the truth understandably, so that common, everyday people may know the truth. But we must ask the question, does the Bible itself back up this claim? Does the Bible teach its own clarity, or have we imposed that idea on it? Read More
The Clarity of Scripture | Part 1
Do you believe in the perspicuity of Scripture? I’m guessing you do, though you might not know it. Read More