Did the apostles fully understand everything they wrote, or did divine inspiration outpace their comprehension? This post explores *analogia scripturae*—Scripture interpreting...

Did the Gospel Writers Fully Understand Everything They Wrote?—Maybe We Should Abandon Authorial Intent Hermeneutics

Did the Gospel writers fully understand everything they wrote? This post explores analogia scripturae, authorial intent, and whether Scripture unfolds its meaning over...

by C Michael Patton

Bibliology

Ecclesiology (Church)

Roman Catholicism

Theology Unplugged

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Season 2 “Through Theology in a Year” from Theology Unplugged is Out!

False Teaching from Peter in John 21? If the First Pope Got it Wrong, to Whom do Catholics Turn

Introduction In John 21:20-23, we encounter a fascinating incident involving Peter and “the disciple whom Jesus loved,” traditionally understood to be John. The passage reads:...

A Complete Guide to Bible Interpretation: Moving from “What Did it Mean” to “How Does it Apply”

Introduction One of the most foundational skills we can develop in our study of Scripture is the ability to move from understanding what the Bible meant in its original...

Seven Common Fallacies of Biblical Interpretation

1. Preunderstanding Fallacy Believing you can interpret with complete objectivity, not recognizing that you have preunderstandings that influence your interpretation. There is...

by C Michael Patton

Bibliology

Current Issues in Theology

Evangelicalism

Ministry

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Oh, Pulpit, Where Art Thou?

In the wake of modern shifts within the church, the traditional pulpit is being abandoned, raising important questions about the impact on preaching and authority. This post...

How We Know 1 Corinthians 15:3-7 is a Very Early Creed

In the early days of Christianity, the message of the Gospel was succinctly encapsulated in 1 Corinthians 15:3-7. This passage, known as the Kerygma, outlines the core...

by C Michael Patton

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Apologetics

Bibliology

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“You Can’t Use the Bible to Prove the Bible” . . . And Other Stupid Statements

Delve into the intriguing exploration of the Bible as a historical document. This piece examines its multifaceted composition, the unique testimony of the New Testament, and...

The Dangers of Learning Greek (or Hebrew)

In this post, we delve into the complexities of interpreting biblical texts with varying levels of Greek and Hebrew proficiency. We explore the risks associated with beginner...

by C Michael Patton

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