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Understanding and Addressing Doubt

Explore the roots of spiritual doubt, from questions about salvation and God's love to struggles with the unforgivable sin and God's existence. Discover insights and...

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Michael Patton’s Crazy Testimony

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A View of Trump Through His Supporters’ Eyes

Alternative Title: “old, Flawed, and Necessary: Why Some Leaders Are Just Right for Their Times” People keep asking: How could so many Americans, especially evangelicals,...

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The American God – A Prophet Without Honor: Why Familiarity with Jesus Can Be Dangerous

When I first moved to Dallas for seminary, stepping into Dallas Theological Seminary, I felt a new sense of identity forming. After all the classes, the training, and...

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Angels and Demons
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The Tucker Carlson Demon – Why Would an Evil Spirit Do God’s Will?

In 1 Kings 22, God allows an evil spirit to deceive King Ahab’s prophets, leading him toward his downfall. This intriguing scene raises questions about divine sovereignty,...

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Simeon’s Surprise and Our Forgotten Hope: The Resurrection

Simeon’s hope for the Messiah’s earthly reign highlights Christian eschatology, emphasizing resurrection, renewal, and the Kingdom of God.

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Top Five Little Known Facts About the Reformation

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What is Systematic Theology? Addressing a Widespead Misconception

(Get Access to the 1000 Slide Introduction to Theology PowerPoint Here.) Correcting a Common Misunderstanding About Systematic Theology For those of you who have followed me...

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I Saw a Man, Despised by His Brothers

I heard on the streets that a great teacher had fallen. A preacher, a teacher, a leader of many men. He had stumbled. What sin? Before the church he confessed, “I have sinned...

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85. Through Theology in a Year: Can Scripture Mean More Than Its Author Intended?
byC. Michael Patton

In this episode, Michael explores one of the most fascinating questions in biblical interpretation: Can Scripture mean more than its human author intended? If God is the ultimate Author of Scripture, is it possible for Him to communicate truths that transcend the conscious awareness of the biblical writers while remaining faithful to their intended meaning?

Along the way, Michael introduces the concept of “Biblical Docetism”—a tendency among many Bible-believing Christians to emphasize the divine element of Scripture while neglecting its genuinely human character. Drawing an analogy from the ancient Christological heresy of Docetism, he argues that many interpreters approach the Bible as if it simply dropped from heaven, overlooking the personalities, literary styles, historical settings, and intentions of the biblical authors. This often results in serious hermeneutical errors and a misunderstanding of how God chose to communicate through human writers.

Michael also examines the doctrine of sensus plenior (“fuller sense”), asking whether a biblical text can legitimately mean more than the human author consciously understood. Can God intend meanings that transcend the author’s awareness? If so, what limits govern interpretation? The discussion leads to a deeper appreciation of the relationship between divine authorship, human authorship, and the nature of biblical inspiration itself.

Ultimately, Michael argues that Scripture, like Christ, possesses both a divine and human dimension. A faithful doctrine of inspiration must account for both without sacrificing either. The result is a richer understanding of how God speaks through His Word and why responsible interpretation requires attention to both the divine Author and the human authors He employed.

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85. Through Theology in a Year: Can Scripture Mean More Than Its Author Intended?
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2026-06-11
C. Michael Patton
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2026-06-10
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  • 85. Through Theology in a Year: Can Scripture Mean More Than Its Author Intended? 2026-06-11
    In this episode, Michael explores one of the most fascinating questions in biblical interpretation: Can Scripture mean more than its human author intended? If God is the ultimate Author of Scripture, is it possible for Him to communicate truths that transcend the conscious awareness of the biblical writers while remaining faithful to their intended meaning? […]
  • 84. Through Theology in a Year: Theories of Inspiration 2026-06-10
    In this episode, Michael examines the major theories of biblical inspiration and asks one of the most important questions in theology: Where does inspiration reside? Is Scripture merely the product of exceptionally gifted men? Does the Holy Spirit simply elevate human insight? Is only part of the Bible inspired? Are some passages more inspired than […]

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