A Clear and Present Word: The Clarity of Scripture, Vol. 21 (New Studies in Biblical Theology) w3-authors-poythress-vern-s in a position of great

in a position of great influence or not—all of us face temptation in the areas of money

—even the youngest kids will come to know that God’s promises are especially for them

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and the city of Jerusalem--throughout the Bible

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A Clear and Present Word: The Clarity of Scripture, Vol. 21 (New Studies in Biblical Theology) w3-authors-poythress-vern-s in a position of greatBy almost any measure, a bold and confident use of the Bible is a hallmark of Christianity. Underlying such use are a number of assumptions about the origin, nature and form of the biblical literature, concerning its authority, diversity and message. However, a lack of confidence in the clarity or perspicuity of Scripture is apparent in Western Christianity. Despite recent, sophisticated analyses, the doctrine is ignored or derided by many. While