Are Christians Who Study and Adhere to the Truths Revealed in the Bible Engaging in Bibliolatry?
#STRask — Stand to ReasonAre Christians Who Study and Adhere to the Truths Revealed in the Bible Engaging in Bibliolatry?
July 21, 2022
#STRaskStand to Reason
Questions about how to respond to someone who says adhering to biblical inerrancy, studying Scripture, seeking to obey the Word, and adhering to its core truths is “bibliolatry” and how to explain the differences in the Gospel accounts to young children.
* What would you say to someone who thinks adhering to biblical inerrancy, studying Scripture, seeking to obey the Word, and adhering to its core truths is “bibliolatry”?
* What suggestions or perspective can you give for helping me explain the differences in the Gospel accounts to my young sons?
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