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Authority of ScripturesSteve Gregg
In "The Word of God and its Rivals" by Steve Gregg, five authorities are discussed as potential rivals to the Bible's authority for believers: human authority, human reasoning, personal experience, tradition, and spiritual experiences. The lecture emphasizes that personal experience, though not necessarily evil, cannot be relied upon as the ultimate determinant of truth or morality. Additionally, the article cautions against cultic leaders or practices that elevate personal experiences or emotions above the objective reality found in Scripture. Overall, the Bible should always be the final authority for believers.
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