Great Confusion over Terminology and Practice Overview Much confusion exists in evangelical circles regarding grammatico-historical and historical-critical approaches to exegesis.[1] These two hermeneutical disciplines are distinct and must not be confused by evangelicals. Several factors may be cited in contrast. The independence approach associates itself with the grammatico-historical hermeneutic that has its roots in the... Continue Reading →
The Documentary Hypothesis—Defending Moses’ Authorship of the Pentateuch
Warning Excursion “AS THE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARIES GO, SO GOES THE CHURCH”—J. Gresham Machen—The Christian Faith in the Modern World, p. 65 First, let's take a few paragraphs to offer the reader an overview of how dangerous Higher Criticism (Biblical Criticism). Such Bible scholars as Robert L. Thomas, Norman L. Geisler, Gleason L. Archer, F. David... Continue Reading →
History of Modern Criticism
F. David Farnell Senior Professor of NT at the Master’s Seminary Isaiah 40:8 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 8 The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever. Matthew 24:35 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 35 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. My... Continue Reading →