Christianity Quote by Michael S. Horton
““If the eternal Son could become fully human without sin (Heb 4:15), then surely God can communicate his truth through thoroughly human ambassadors while preserving their writings from error.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel of John, Commentary, 2010
Human messengers can convey divine truth without error, showing God's ability to work through imperfect beings.
In simple terms: God can speak through humans perfectly.
Key Takeaway
Trust in faithful representation of truth.
Themes
faith
divine communication
human agency
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
theological
explanatory
When to use this quote
- preaching a sermon
- writing a theological article
- teaching a class
- discussing doctrine
Key Concepts
theology
inerrancy
incarnation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we reconcile human error with divine truth?
- What safeguards ensure accurate transmission?
A Different Perspective
The claim assumes absolute inerrancy, which is debated.
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