Revelation, Inspiration, and Infallibility (15): “What Saith the Scripture”: The Bible’s Authority (1)
This article by Ronald Cammenga examines the doctrine of Scripture's authority as the final arbiter of Christian faith and practice, using Martin Luther's courageous stand at the Diet of Worms in 1521 as a historical entry point. The resource explores how the Reformation principle of *sola scriptura* fundamentally challenged ecclesiastical authority and established the Bible as the supreme standard for doctrine and practice. This is part of a larger series on revelation, inspiration, and the infallibility of Scripture.
Previous article in this series: February 15, 2016, p. 233. Introduction In April of 1521 someone did what no one had done, at least publicly, for centuries. He appealed to Scripture as the final authority to which alone he would submit. Before some of the most important, influential, and powerful men in the world, the man said: Since you majesty and your lordships desire a simple reply, I will answer without horns and without teeth. Unless I am convicted by Scripture and plain reason -- I...
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