Author Michelle Jimerson  December 2016

Topic: Holy Scriptures

 

Dr. Patrick Zukeran, D Min is the Director of Evidence and Answers Ministry. The ministry specializes in Christian apologetics, which is the defense of the Christian faith. On 08/30/2014, an article called “Authority of Scripture - A Strong Argument for Christianity” was published on the Probe For Answers website, https://www.probe.org/authority-of-the-bible-a-strong-argument-for-christianity/, accessed 12/04/2016. Dr Zukeran argues for the divine inspiration of the bible and Jesus’ affirmation of the authority of both the Old Testament and New Testament. Another source, The Asbury Bible Commentary, defends the Authority of Scripture. It is located on the Bible Gateway website, https://www.biblegateway.com/resources/asbury-bible-commentary/Authority-Scripture, accessed 12/04/2016. It lists information about the links of the authority of the scriptures to church history, the church fathers, apostolic writings, church teachings of the bishops, and doctrinal traditions. Two witnesses to the authority of the Holy Scriptures are Jesus and the internal witness of the Holy Spirit. 2 Timothy 3:13-17   (King James Version)

13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.

14 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;

15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

17 That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

Matthew 22:29 (KJV) {Jesus speaking to the Pharisees}

29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures, nor the power of God.