Authority Quote by Wayne Grudem
“It is scripture alone, not conservative Evangelical tradition or any other human authority, that must function as the normative authority for the definition of what we should believe. The authority of the scripture means that all the words in scripture are God's words in such a way that to disbelieve or disobey any word of scripture is to disbelieve or disobey God.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Systematic Theology, Wayne Grudem, 1994
Scripture is presented as the sole ultimate source for defining belief, outweighing tradition or human authority.
In simple terms: Bible alone defines belief.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize Scripture over tradition.
Themes
authority
faith
interpretation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
doctrinal
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal study
- sermons
- doctrinal debates
Key Concepts
theology
biblical literalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance tradition with Scripture?
- What risks arise from dismissing all human authority?
A Different Perspective
Human traditions can provide context but not ultimate authority.
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