While the historical details of canon formation seem to present us with a rather complex scenario, the truth is that the underlying process was very simple: God inspired these sixty-six books and his people recognized what he inspired.
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Authority is a gift that God has provided for our benefit.
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The doctrine of inerrancy is a foundational Christian teaching, for it has everything to do with our relationship with God.
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We must be careful not to judge the effect of our ministry by the immediate results or feedback.
