Authority Quote by D. A. Carson
“When Christians speak of the authority of Scripture, because Christians believe that this word, even though it's mediated through many different human authors, nevertheless is God breathed and is revealed by God and is utterly reliable and all that it says, with all of its different literary genres, it's trustworthy and without mistake or distortion. It is trustworthy and therefore, because it is from God it has God's authority.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Commentary on the Bible, D. A. Carson, 1998
The Bible is viewed as divinely inspired, reliable across genres, and authoritative because it originates from God.
In simple terms: Scripture is God‑inspired and trustworthy.
Key Takeaway
Trust the Bible as a divine guide.
Themes
faith
authority
reliability
scripture
theology
Mood
reverent
confident
reflective
Type
theological
explanatory
When to use this quote
- personal study
- preaching
- teaching
- ethical decision making
- counseling
Key Concepts
Divine inspiration
inerrancy
canonical authority
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genre‑specific meanings?
- What role does tradition play in interpreting authority?
A Different Perspective
Human authorship may introduce cultural bias; interpretation varies.
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