But is it All True?: The Bible and the Question of Truth

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Alan G. Padgett, Patrick R. Keifert
Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing, 2006 - 175 Seiten
Fundamental to Christian faith is the assumption that the Bible presents a true and reliable portrait of God and God's will for the world. Yet thoughtful believers and nonbelievers alike continue to inquire into the nature and veracity of Scripture, with the result that the Bible is viewed today as everything from infallible to mythological.

This significant book tackles the central question of what Christianity means when it claims that the Bible is true. Written by nine Christian scholars from the disciplines of theology, biblical studies, and philosophy, these penetrating chapters reject stale, simplistic answers in favor of fresh, invigorating perspectives that leave ample room for dialogue. In addition, several contributors helpfully move the discussion from reflection to practical application, explaining the role of biblical truth in preaching and theological education.

Contributors: David Bartlett
Ellen T. Charry
Stephen T. Davis
Patrick R. Keifert
Ben C. Ollenburger
Dennis T. Olson
Alan G. Padgett
Mark I. Wallace
Nicholas Wolterstorff

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Introduction
1
Truth and the Torah Reflections on Rationality and the Pentateuch
16
True Words
34
Pursuing the Truth of Scripture Reflections on Wolterstorffs Divine Discourse
44
The Rule of Love and the Testimony of the Spirit in Contemporary Biblical Hermeneutics
66
What Do We Mean When We Say The Bible Is True?
86
I Am the Truth An Understanding of Truth from Christology for Scripture
104
Preaching the Truth
115
Biblical Truth and Theological Education A Rhetorical Strategy
130
Walking in the Truth On Knowing God
144
Index of Names
170
Index of Scripture References
174
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