Don Carson addresses the challenge of biblical inerrancy and interpretation, particularly in the context of textual variants and modern pluralism. He emphasizes that while textual variants exist, they don’t compromise major doctrines, and he calls for a deeper understanding of genre, grace, and cultural relevance in Scripture interpretation.
He teaches the following:
Textual variants don’t undermine inerrancy or key doctrines
God’s sovereignty is shown through Scripture’s preservation
How Genesis 1–3 combines history and symbolism
Common grace shouldn’t be twisted to oppose God’s truth
Parables like the Good Samaritan should be modernized carefully
Pluralism rejects objective truth, complicating evangelism
Biblical interpretation must account for cultural relevance
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