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The movement to defend the inerrancy of the Bible has roots that trace back to the early centuries of Christianity. It gained significant momentum in the 19th and 20th centuries in response to challenges posed by modern biblical criticism and the increasing infiltration of liberal theology into seminaries in Europe and America.
The first significant event in that movement was the publication of The Fundamentals, a series of essays published between 1910 and 1915. Its aim was to defend core Christian beliefs, including the inerrancy of the Bible, against modernism and skepticism. The term “inerrancy” itself gained prominence in theological circles during that period, with scholars and theologians asserting that the Bible, in its original manuscripts, is without error or contradiction in all matters of faith.
In recent years, a number of seminaries, churches, and para-church organizations have played significant roles in promoting the doctrine of biblical inerrancy, and the body of believers has profited greatly from their efforts. Unfortunately, in their zeal to defend the Bible, some have corrupted what the sacred text actually teaches.
The essays in this collection explore perceptions and practices resulting from omissions, mistranslations, or misinterpretations of the sacred text that have corrupted understanding over time. The discussions will hopefully stimulate the reader to reexamine what the Bible says, and then to consider whether what is being taught by modern Christianity as “received truth” is incorrect and in need of updating.
Some of the topics discussed in the essays include the following:
Science and religion are adversaries. False
The universe is about 6,000 years old. False
Life begins at the moment of conception. False
Speaking in tongues is a gift for believers. False
Perfecting society is the mission of the church. False
Sexual temptations are sins of the flesh. False
Faith guarantees health and wealth in this life. False
Jews have their own covenant of salvation. False
Everyone will eventually go to heaven. False
CHAPTERS:
Introduction
Tripartite Deception
Hidden Knowledge
Science vs. Religion
Let There Be Life
Tongues Shall Cease
Politics and Mission
Sins of the Flesh
Rich and Infamous
One God, One People
The Chosen Few
Conclusion