Scripture as Language of Faith

Abstract

Given that finite humans must use words to express both gratitude for and description of the gospel we have received, we must ask how best to locate and utilize such words and phrases. The task comes with multiple challenges, including navigating the ambiguities involved with translation from ancient biblical languages and guarding against the misappropriation of those biblical terms for purposes foreign to God’s intent. This paper intends to reassure believers and adjure church leaders that the scriptures are a reliable source for our language of praise and articulation of the gospel when any such language is consistent with God’s overall purpose as shown though the history of Israel and the life Jesus lived for us.