Silence and “Negative Inference”
In communication, silence is tricky. It might communicate either approval or disapproval. It may mean nothing at all. It all depends on the context and further information that surrounds it.…
Category: Biblical Authority
Going Beyond Scripture
“Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively applied to myself and Apollos for your sakes, so that in us you may learn not to exceed what is written, so that…
Toward a Better Understanding
Over the years, I have tried to work hard at communicating truth in ways that are pretty simplified. The goal is not to be condescending (that means talking down to…
An Attitude about Authority
Writing about the problem of judges who essentially try to free themselves from the constraints of legal texts, Scalia and Garner make these interesting observations: “Is it an exaggeration…
Congregational Independence
The Scriptures teach local congregational independence and autonomy. What does this mean? The body of Christ (universal terminology as in one body, Eph 4:1-3) is not some interconnected web of…
Why Be Concerned with Sound Doctrine?
Paul wrote to Timothy, “Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus” (2 Tim 1:13).…
Seeking Restoration
Much is made of what is termed the “Restoration Movement.” In theory, the idea is good. Restoration is a biblical idea, and who wouldn’t want that? In practice, the movement…