The Bible is inerrant. This has always been the conviction of believers throughout the ages until the 18th century Enlightenment when audacious attacks were mounted against Scripture. In this study of the doctrine of inerrancy, we examine the biblical basis for inerrancy, its history that culminated with the 1978 Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy, its clarification given by that statement, and the dangers of holding to an errantist view of Scripture.
The call to repent and believe in Jesus Christ is heard by many but only some receive it. Those who receive the call, by faith, will also receive the sanctifying aspect of the call so that holiness becomes evident in their lives.
“When the Bible speaks, God speaks.” This is divine authority with which Scripture speaks is the logical and natural implication of the doctrine of inspiration. If the Bible is breathed out by God, then it stands to reason that it speaks with His authority. Scripture confirms this to be so. The word of God comes like a thunder and a roar and all who believe tremble at His word.
Many reject the call of the gospel, but some receive it. God’s elect will heed and live in holiness before God who throughout Scripture has called sinners through a sanctifying message.
A genuine love for the church shows that a person is in Christ. The necessary consequence is that they are used by Him to build up fellow believers through their speech.
The cross where the Savior died is also where Jesus calls us to crucify the flesh and follow Him.
Living for Christ in a fallen world often brings challenges, ridicule, or even persecution. In this passage, Peter reminds us that following Jesus isn’t about avoiding hardship—it’s about how we respond when opposition comes. Christians are called to sanctify Christ as Lord in their hearts, letting Him guide their thoughts, words, and actions. By actively pursuing what is good, trusting God amid hostility, speaking about our hope with gentleness, and living with integrity, our lives become a testimony that honors God. Even when suffering for doing right, we reflect Christ’s character and bring glory to Him, showing the world the power of a life fully surrendered to Jesus.
Why should we pursue unity with others? Why should we refuse revenge-taking? Because the blessing of God is for those who live righteously. God promises life and goodness to those who believe in Him—provision in this life, and heavenly security in the next. Believers are thus called to live repentantly in their speech, actions, and interactions. In this passage, Peter reminds us that the Lord sees and hears all—His care and favor are for believers, but He is opposed to the unrepentant.
Christians are called to be peacemakers because they belong to Christ and inherit His grace. In this passage, Peter first reminds husbands to live with their wives in an understanding and honorable way, recognizing them as fellow heirs of the grace of life so that their fellowship with God is not hindered. He then broadens the call to all believers: to live in harmony, show sympathy, practice brotherly love, and respond to evil not with retaliation but with blessing. In a world marked by conflict and hostility toward righteousness, Christians reflect Christ by actively pursuing peace, trusting God’s righteous judgment, and living in a way that demonstrates the transforming power of the gospel.
Do you need reminders? Yes. We all do! Let’s see how Moses reminds Israelites of God’s law and commandments.
There was someone who wanted to curse the Israelites. He wanted this so badly that he tried everything to get it to happen. Instead… the opposite happened. The Israelites were blessed! Let’s find out more about this.
Both Moses and Israel show unbelief and will bear their consequences. But God shows mercy to Israel and calls Israel to believe Him to be saved – what does believing in Him look like?
