The defining point
As usual, there is a very interesting discussion going on over at C.S. Hayden's blog. I've not jumped in, but just enjoyed quietly observing on the sidelines and thinking through the issues for myself (in addition to discussions on it with my husband late at night!).
Caleb's comment tonight was very good:
Caleb's comment tonight was very good:
I think the defining point of this discussion is the sufficiency of Scripture. If we don't believe that Scripture speaks authoritatively and sufficiently to every area of life and thought, we really have no basis, foundation, or reason to discuss such things as art modesty, acting, etc. It's just a matter of saying, "You believe what you want, and I'll believe what I want." Anyone with this attitude should simply say as much, move on, and stop wasting their time trying to convince everyone that their view is correct and biblical.Truly, "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness."
If the Bible is silent about some things, then our statements about such issue cannot be biblical. Rather, they stem from our autonomous, subjective, fallible reasoning. Never have I found such arguments convincing -- when I have thought consistently and self-consciously, that is.
posted by Crystal Paine at 9:38 PM
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Although I'm not a Christian, Caleb's diction is always gorgeous.
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