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What is perspicacity (and why does it matter?)

Having already defined and discussed the perspicuity of Scripture, an equally vital — and balancing — consideration is the perspicacity of the reader. And the first point to make is simply this: we don’t have it!
First, of course, we need a definition for this rather archaic word. Perspicacity refers to one’s “keenness of mental perception” […]

What is perspicuity of Scripture?

The doctrine of the perspicuity of Scripture refers to the fact that the Bible is clear, that it communicates perfectly.
All scripture is profitable (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible can be mentally understood by almost everyone, barring mental handicaps (2 Timothy 3:15). This doesn’t mean it’s easy to correctly understand; rather, it requires careful, thoughtful study […]

What is predestination?

Predestination is the act of determining beforehand.
Predestination is not the same as election, as it speaks of all of the decrees of God (both positively and permissively), not just those regarding His people and their salvation. Election is part of God’s predestination, but is not the only thing that He predestinated (Romans 8:29-34; Ephesians 1:5; […]

What is the doctrine of election?

Election is explained in Ephesians 1:3-5, among other places in Scripture.
Election is God’s choosing from eternity past those whom He would save. This election is plainly based upon the loving foreknowledge of God (1 Peter 1:2), not upon anything that we did or were going to do.
An election based simply on foreseeing our belief or […]

What is the book of Revelation about?

The book of Revelation is perhaps the most controversial book in the Bible among Christians. Even sincere, Bible-believing Christians seem to come up with more widely varying interpretations of this book than of any other passage or prophecy.
The variety and severity of these disagreements can be intimidating or discouraging to the simple reader, who may […]

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