Post by RayW on Mar 7, 2013 17:18:52 GMT -8
Post your answers to the following questions:
1. It is important to understand what the word “tradition” means in the context which it is spoken. What were the benefits of “Tradition 1” in the history of the Church? What are the benefits of “Tradition 1” today?
2. The Roman Catholic idea of tradition as a separate avenue through which the “Deposit of Faith” was mediated is essential to their theology. How might “Tradition 2” develop into an over dependence upon tradition (Sola Ecclesia)? Explain. What are the dangers of Sola Ecclesia?
4. Do you think most Evangelical Protestants today follow sola Scriptura or Solo Scriptura? Explain.
5. Solo Scriptura is a reaction against tradition in general. How can Solo Scriptura be thought of as arrogant and actually neglectful of the power of the Holy Spirit? Explain.
6. Which view do you agree with most? Explain.
7. Which view does your local church seem to practice? Explain.
8. How has this lesson most challenged your thinking? Explain.
1. It is important to understand what the word “tradition” means in the context which it is spoken. What were the benefits of “Tradition 1” in the history of the Church? What are the benefits of “Tradition 1” today?
2. The Roman Catholic idea of tradition as a separate avenue through which the “Deposit of Faith” was mediated is essential to their theology. How might “Tradition 2” develop into an over dependence upon tradition (Sola Ecclesia)? Explain. What are the dangers of Sola Ecclesia?
4. Do you think most Evangelical Protestants today follow sola Scriptura or Solo Scriptura? Explain.
5. Solo Scriptura is a reaction against tradition in general. How can Solo Scriptura be thought of as arrogant and actually neglectful of the power of the Holy Spirit? Explain.
6. Which view do you agree with most? Explain.
7. Which view does your local church seem to practice? Explain.
8. How has this lesson most challenged your thinking? Explain.