Bible Quote by Herman Bavinck
““If there is no infallible Scripture "there can exist only a subjective and purely individual notion of what belongs to Christian faith." All ways are good, if they but lead to faith – not to what is contained in faith, for this differs endlessly.””
About This Quote
Source Theology: Reformed Dogmatics, 1892
Faith must be personal and subjective; no single scripture can dictate belief, so individuals must seek faith through experience.
In simple terms: Faith is personal, not just scripture.
Key Takeaway
Seek personal understanding of faith.
Themes
theology
philosophy
faith
subjectivity
authority
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church discussions
- ethical decisions
- spiritual crises
Key Concepts
existentialism
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should scripture play in personal faith?
- How to balance communal doctrine with individual belief?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on subjectivity may lead to relativism.
