The Foundation

There is a very fundamental area that must be dealt with first. God's Word! Since this blog is about biblical fundamentalism, how God's Word is viewed and handled is of the utmost importance. If our discussion is to be valuable to all, there must be some consistency to the way God's Word is interpreted. The most basic truth about the Bible has to do with its authenticity and authority. This is not an apologetic on Scripture's historical veracity; however, this is a point on which we must agree.

1. God's Word is authentic! It is what it claims to be. It speaks truth. It not only contains truth, it is truth. God's Word is completely reliable in all of its claims. If you do not believe this fundamental truth, this forum is not for you. Psalm 119:160 The entirety of Your word is truth, And every one of Your righteous judgments endures forever.

2. God's Word is authoritative! While God's Word is truth, it is also demands submission. When it speaks, it speaks with the absolute authority of God. In our discussions on various issues that face fundamentalism, this cannot be an area of difference. If you do not accept the absolute authority of God's Word on all of God's creation then this forum is also not for you. These truths cannot be subject to debate. John 10:35 ... the Scripture cannot be broken. 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.

I plan to introduce various doctrines from time to time that make up the "fundamentals" of what God's Word teaches with the goal of producing a doctrinal statement for this blog. Your comments and suggestions are appreciated and may this forum further ground us in the fundamentals of the Bible and help those of us who believe these truths be more unified in the task of glorifying God in our lives, families, and ministries.