what does it mean to be "in the scripture"? Implicit an/or explicitly. Many christians reject doctrines based on this understanding. where in the scriptures is this teaching?
2007-07-17 00:52:46 · 2 answers · asked by Giorgio M 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The doctrine of sola scriptura is neither explicitly or implicitly stated in the Bible. The sole infallible guide to Christian doctrine and practice is the Church founded by Jesus Christ.
And what about tradition? Protestants ignore or reject them outright even though in the Bible we read that we should "hold fast to the traditions you receive whether by word or epistle."
Also:
Matt. 18:17-18 - the Church (not Scripture) is the final authority on questions of the faith. This demands infallibility when teaching the faith. She must be prevented from teaching error in order to lead her members to the fullness of salvation.
Matt. 10:20; Luke 12:12 - Jesus tells His apostles it is not they who speak, but the Spirit of their Father speaking through them. If the Spirit is the one speaking and leading the Church, the Church cannot err on matters of faith and morals.
2007-07-17 02:03:42 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-07-17 08:09:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋