Revelation, Inspiration, and Infallibility (27): The Spirit’s work of illumination (2)
Cammenga explores the Holy Spirit's work of illumination in enabling believers to understand Scripture spiritually rather than merely intellectually, distinguishing between demonic and saving knowledge of God's Word. The article grounds this doctrine in the total depravity of unregenerate humanity, demonstrating why divine illumination is necessary for true comprehension of Scripture's spiritual truths and central gospel message.
Previous article in this series: April 1, 2019, p. 303. In our last article, we introduced the final important truth with regard to Holy Scripture that we intend to consider in this series: the Spirit's work of illumination. Among all the other works of the Holy Spirit in connection with Scripture is the Spirit's work of illumination. This is the Spirit's work in the believer that results in the opening of his eyes and enlightening his understanding. The fruit of this work of the Spirit is...
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