The Inspiration of Scripture
Objective
I can explain the inspiration of Scripture
The Inspiration of Scripture
We did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he received honor and glory from God the Father when that unique declaration came to him from the majestic glory, “This is my Son, my beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven while we were with him on the holy mountain. Moreover, we possess the prophetic message that is altogether reliable. You will do well to be attentive to it, as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. Know this first of all, that there is no prophecy of scripture that is a matter of personal interpretation, for no prophecy ever came through human will; but rather human beings moved by the Holy Spirit spoke under the influence of God.
2 Peter 1:16-21
Discussion Questions
According to St. Peter, for what reasons should people believe that he and the other Apostles were not making up “cleverly devised myths” about Jesus?
What does St. Peter tell us we should do with Scripture?
Why does St. Peter believe that the Scriptures are reliable?
If the words of Scripture are truly the words of God, what does that mean for our own interpretation of Scripture?
Activity 1: The Inspiration of Scripture
Read the essay and complete the accompanying Focus and Reflection Questions.