- Pastor Campbell introduces the topic of the authority of the Bible and acknowledges the time constraints in covering the material thoroughly. - Classes are structured like Bible College lectures, with varying lengths based on discussion and depth of content.
Intrinsic Authority of the Bible 01:30
- The Bible is viewed as the complete and final revelation of God's will, serving as the ultimate standard for Christian beliefs and practices.
Decision Making and God's Will 03:09
- Pastor Campbell discusses decision-making processes when faced with multiple choices and the importance of aligning choices with biblical principles.
Church Authority and Creeds 09:17
- Different forms of authority within churches are explored, such as church traditions and decrees of church councils. - The concept of creeds and their role in denominational beliefs is discussed, highlighting the Baptist perspective on sola scriptura.
Cultic Authority and False Teachings 37:04
- Various cults like Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, Seventh-day Adventists, and Christian Science are mentioned for subjugating the Bible to their own writings.
Cranial Authority and Liberal Christendom 54:40
- Liberal Christendom's tendency to subject the Bible to human reasoning is discussed, highlighting the rejection of biblical truths based on human understanding.
Conclusion and Spectrum of Authority 01:02:00
- A spectrum of authority from absolute biblical authority to absolute human authority is presented, with various levels of authority in between. - The importance of understanding and discerning different forms of authority in faith and practice is emphasized.
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