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Which Textus Receptus? A Response to Mark Ward's Critique of Confessional Bibliology
Introduction The debate over the authenticity and authority of the Textus Receptus TR is not new, yet it remains a focal point of discussion within textual criticism and evangelical circles. Mark Ward’s Which Textus Receptus? A Critique of Confessional Bibliology , published…
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The History of Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: Why History Matters in Textual Criticism Textual criticism is not a practice that emerged in a historical vacuum. It is deeply embedded in the theological, ecclesiastical, and intellectual contexts of its time. Understanding the history of Reformed Textual Criticism…
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A Refutation of Jan Krans’ Critique of the Textus Receptus
Upholding the Confessional and Doctrinal Role of Providential Preservation Jan Krans’ article "Why the Textus Receptus Cannot Be Accepted" presents several critiques of the Textus Receptus TR , aiming to discredit its standing as a reliable witness to the New Testament text…
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The Foundations of Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: The Essential Question of God’s Word and Its Preservation Few questions are as critical to the Christian faith as this: “What is the Word of God, and how has it been preserved for His church?” For those in the Reformed tradition,…
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The Origins and Evolution of Inerrancy: From Astronomy to Warfield and Beyond Part 1
I. Introduction: The Doctrine of Inerrancy – Origins and Implications The doctrine of biblical inerrancy, as commonly understood today, is a defining feature of modern Evangelical theology. It asserts that the Bible, in its original autographs, is entirely without error in all…
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Modern Challenges to Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: The Assault on Providential Preservation The advent of Modern Textual Criticism in the 18th and 19th centuries introduced profound challenges to the Reformed understanding of textual preservation. Rooted in Enlightenment principles of skepticism, naturalism, and…
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The Origins and Evolution of Inerrancy: From Astronomy to Warfield and Beyond Part 2
IV. The Inconsistencies of the Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy 1978 is widely regarded as a definitive articulation of the doctrine of inerrancy within modern Evangelicalism. While it sought to defend the authority and…
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The Origins and Evolution of Inerrancy: From Astronomy to Warfield and Beyond Part 3
VI. Critiques and Counterarguments The doctrine of inerrancy, particularly as articulated by B.B. Warfield and later codified in the Chicago Statement, has faced significant critique from scholars who argue that it represents a departure from the Reformed tradition and introduces…
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The Practical Relevance of Reformed Textual Criticism Today
Introduction: From Theory to Practice Textual criticism is often regarded as an academic discipline, confined to seminaries, libraries, or scholarly journals. Yet, for the Reformed Christian, textual criticism is not an abstract exercise. It is a profoundly practical discipline…
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Lane Keister, Deceived by Satan Part 1
The Fatal Consequences of Denying God’s Providential Preservation Introduction This series of posts is a direct response to the claims made by Lane Keister in his Chapter-by-Chapter Review of Why I Preach from the Received Text . In his review, Keister presents…
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Lane Keister, Deceived by Satan Part 2
Section 3: Refutation of Lane Keister's Review 3.1 Inconsistency with the Doctrine of Preservation The preservation of Scripture is a cornerstone of biblical theology, yet Lane Keister’s Review presents a flawed and inconsistent view by failing to extend this doctrine to the…
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Lane Keister, Deceived by Satan Part 3
Section 5: The Theological Necessity of Extending Jot and Tittle to the Greek New Testament 5.1 The Continuity of Preservation in the New Testament Matthew 5:18 declares: “For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one…
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