ALL Scripture is irrefutable. Although written by more than 40 human beings over 1,500 years, it can’t be untrue. The extraordinary continuity, historical indications, deep-rooted meanings, and repetitive themes of the Bible are too profound to be created by anyone but God.
As Christians, we know the Scriptures to be personally communicative because of the Holy Spirit living within us. We say we believe God’s every Word, but are we honest with ourselves and God?
The United States Founding Father Thomas Jefferson believed the Bible until it conflicted with his intellect and reason. To solve his dilemma, he physically cut out the sections he didn’t believe, thus creating his own version of the Bible. “The nerve!” we think. But do we not do the same thing when something doesn’t sit right with us? Perhaps we don’t like the parts about homosexuality, premarital sex, or enduring battles. Is God wrong?
There is only one way to commit to the authority of Scripture: Make the decision and trust His Word without question. It’s that simple. If we believe that Jesus is Lord, that the Holy Spirit inspired Scripture on behalf of the Father, then we must believe every word of it despite our feelings.
In Proverbs we learn that we cannot trust ourselves but God alone. “If you want favor with God and man, and a reputation for good judgment and common sense, then trust the Lord completely: don’t ever trust yourself. In everything you do, put God first, and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success,” Proverbs 3:4-6.
Pilots trust their instruments rather than their instincts. The Word is our infallible instrument. Let’s concretely decide to make Scripture our supreme authority without question.
– Leah Burnett
Christ Fellowship