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… met: 1) The policy or action is specifically addressed by Scripture . An example of this would be policy concerning abortion and euthanasia, because Scripture specifically states that all murder is wrong. This … as it prevents subjective interpretations of general Scriptural principles, whereby true believers may in good …
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… Regarding the Nature of Biblical Revelation: If the Scriptures are the Word of God written and are … be the starting point for mission theologizing If the Scriptures are authoritative then we would not look to any … no matter how well informed, as to our authority If the Scriptures are authoritative, then the methods, message, …
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… it's because I am saying that . What is the solution? 1) SCRIPTURE 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and Psalm 119:105 make it very … these things, and being able to apply them in a Scriptural way, is essential to a proper discussion of …
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… in which he warns about elevating technical process above Scripture. He points out that our beloved church order is designed to submit to the principles of Scripture, not the other way around. What if LGBTQ activists … this sink in for a moment... Whether it be a denial of the Scriptural truth about marriage and sexuality, or a denial of …
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… and healing to a very broken world. The song is rich with scripture. I have the lyrics with scripture in another document, but I think it's too big to … let me know, email me at [email protected] . Also add any scriptures that you might "think" of as you pray through this …
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… through many denominations, are looking for truth in Scripture, and take a low view of creeds and … because they have no hierarchical structure to answer to. Scripture talks about a "church," but not a … we can show how the creeds and confessions are backed by Scripture, without watering it down? If the original writers …
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… Kutz's Biblical Leadership Qualifications portion of his Scriptural Leadership Framework based on 1 Timothy 3, I … the teaching I received in Gr. 11 Hermeneutics: Interpret scripture within the context of other scripture . "Being …
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… than break down. Cast vision rather than condemn. Six: Scripture Memory It’s good to have some key Scriptures tucked away in your heart. When you memorize, you … in the Word of God. Jesus himself had large pieces of Scripture memorized. Don’t get overwhelmed; just start small …
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… nothing more useful than deep reflection and knowledge of scripture! The bible is like every complex book and object of … gospel story, the overarching grand narrative found in the Scriptures." (16) This grand narrative is what I call the … is growing. As Wax states, "The gospel story is the scriptural narrative that takes us from creation to new …
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… ordination, Synod 1994 declared, "The clear teaching of Scripture prohibits women from holding the offices of … F: “The church declares that the clear teaching of Scripture and of our confessions on the uniqueness of human … beyond what is the clear and indubitable teaching of Scripture and the creeds.” All members of the committee said …
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… An important study committee report in 1975 clarified that Scripture is the highest authority, followed by the … and testimony that our pioneers in the faith viewed the Scriptures as the highest authority for the church! To say … 5 of the Belgic Confession furthers our understanding of Scripture’s authority by saying that Scripture is “for the …
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… dark and lacking in the spirit and love that is found in scripture and in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Some members … believe strongly in the Catechism and that it is based on scripture. Well, others in our tradition disagree, and interpret scripture differently. Our Pastor said that, while she agrees …