Posts tagged Whitefield Declaration of Faith
The Inspiration of Scripture
The Inspiration of Scripture

Inspiration in the biblical sense that has just been discussed is different from how it is used more commonly today. We might speak of a person being inspired to compose a song, paint a landscape, or simply with a correct interpretation of Scripture. In such instances, the ideas originate with the individual, even though they may have good, even divine, influences: a song written because of God’s amazing grace, a painting brought about by the beauty of creation, or a right interpretation caused by the illuminating work of the Holy Spirit. But only the Bible is directly inspired by God himself: its words are not merely influenced by him, but breathed out by him.

Read More
Nathaniel Bickford, TheologyNathaniel BickfordTheology, Systematic Theology, WDF, Whitefield Declaration of Faith, bible, theological education, InspirationComment
General and Special Revelation
General and Special Revelation

Last November I announced the publication of the Whitefield Declaration of Faith, a tool that I hope will be useful for the teaching ministry of the church. To that end I have been working on a related project: an exposition of the Whitefield Declaration of Faith. The goal is to create a teaching tool that addresses each paragraph of this confession of faith with biblical-theological accuracy, depth, and accessibility to assist in the instruction of God’s people. Each section will contain not only an explanation, but also two verses of a relevant hymn for reflection and a series of study questions.

Read More
Nathaniel Bickford, Biblical Theology, TheologyNathaniel BickfordTheology, Systematic Theology, Whitefield Declaration of Faith, WDF, Confessions, Confession of Faith, Declaration of Faith Comments