Bible Quote by N.T. Wright
““There are many things which are pastorally helpful in the short or medium term which are not in fact grounded on the deepest possible reading of Scripture. That is simply a testimony to the grace of God: we don’t have to get everything right before anything can work! But if the church is to be built up and nurtured in Scripture it must be semper reformanda, submitting all its traditions to the Word of God.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Theology conference, 2015
Scripture must continually be re‑examined; traditions are secondary to the Word of God.
In simple terms: Scripture guides; traditions must be reformed.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize biblical truth over tradition.
Themes
faith
scripture
reformation
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- Bible study
- doctrine development
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
theology
ecclesiology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches balance tradition with reform?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of Scripture?
A Different Perspective
Reforming can cause conflict within established institutions.
