Curriculum
- 8 Sections
- 51 Lessons
- 2 Weeks
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- Introduction – The Doctrine of Scripture2
- Lesson 1 — The Inspiration of ScriptureA concise study of how God breathed out His Word and used human authors to communicate divine truth.7
- Lesson 2 — The Authority of ScriptureAn overview of why Scripture stands as the final and supreme authority for faith, doctrine, and life.8
- 3.1Learning Objectives
- 3.2The Source of Biblical Authority
- 3.3The Bible as the Final Rule of Faith and Practice
- 3.4The Authority of Scripture Over Tradition, Reason, and Experience
- 3.5The Authority of Scripture in the Life of the Believer
- 3.6The Unchanging Authority of Scripture
- 3.7Summary
- 3.8The Authority of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 3 — The Inerrancy and Infallibility of ScriptureA clear explanation of the Bible’s complete truthfulness and its inability to mislead or fail.10
- 4.1Learning Objectives
- 4.2The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture
- 4.3Defining Inerrancy and Infallibility
- 4.4The Basis of Inerrancy: The Character of God
- 4.5The Testimony of Scripture About Its Own Truthfulness
- 4.6Inerrancy and the Human Writers
- 4.7Common Objections to Inerrancy (and Responses)
- 4.8Why Inerrancy and Infallibility Matter
- 4.9Summary
- 4.10The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 4 — To Whom the Scriptures Are AddressedA brief look at the original audiences of Scripture and how that shapes interpretation and application.8
- 5.1Learning Objectives
- 5.2Scripture Is Written For Everyone, but Not All Scripture Is Written To Everyone
- 5.3The Three Primary Audiences in Scripture
- 5.4Examples of Audience-Specific Passages
- 5.5Why Audience Matters for Interpretation
- 5.6Scripture Is Unified, but Not Uniform
- 5.7Summary
- 5.8To Whom the Scriptures Are Addressed10 Questions
- Lesson 5 — The Purpose of ScriptureA focused study on why God gave His Word — to reveal Himself, transform lives, and equip believers.11
- 6.1Learning Objectives
- 6.2Scripture Reveals God
- 6.3Scripture Reveals God’s Will for Humanity
- 6.4Scripture Reveals the Way of Salvation
- 6.5Scripture Teaches Doctrine
- 6.6Scripture Corrects and Reproves
- 6.7Scripture Trains and Equips Believers
- 6.8Scripture Provides Comfort, Hope, and Encouragement
- 6.9Scripture Protects Against Deception
- 6.10Summary
- 6.11The Purpose of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 6 — How to Interpret Scripture (Hermeneutics Basics)An introduction to the essential principles of sound biblical interpretation and responsible study.11
- 7.1Learning Objectives
- 7.2What Is Hermeneutics?
- 7.3The Bible Must Be Interpreted Literally (Unless the Text Indicates Otherwise)
- 7.4Scripture Must Be Interpreted in Context
- 7.5Scripture Must Be Interpreted According to Audience and Covenant
- 7.6Scripture Interprets Scripture
- 7.7The Role of the Holy Spirit in Interpretation
- 7.8How to Interpret Scripture (Hermeneutics Basics)0 Questions
- 7.9Avoiding Common Interpretation Errors
- 7.10The Goal of Interpretation: Obedience
- 7.11Summary
- Final Examination – The Doctrine of Scripture1
Summary
Summary – The Authority of Scripture
The authority of Scripture rests on its divine origin. Because the Bible is inspired, it carries the full authority of God and stands as the final rule of faith and practice.
Scripture is superior to tradition, reason, and experience. It governs the life of the believer and the life of the Church. Its authority is unchanging, eternal, and absolute.