Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
The mechanics of inspiration are often misunderstood in popular theology. I clarify that while theologians reject a strict dictation model due to authorship variations, the resulting text functions with the same authority. The Holy Spirit’s direction ensured the writers’ unique voices and education levels contributed to a product that perfectly communicated God’s intended message.
This means the human element was fully engaged while the divine authorship was seamlessly maintained. Recognizing this balance reinforces the absolute trustworthiness of every word written.
Discussion: youtube.com/watch?v=sIW5UBkqyTQ&t=1s
#inspiration #theology #scripture
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Mike Licona is Professor of New Testament Studies at Houston Christian University. HCU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HCU campus in Houston.
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The mechanics of inspiration are often misunderstood in popular theology. I clarify that while theologians reject a strict dictation model due to authorship variations, the resulting text functions with the same authority. The Holy Spirit’s direction ensured the writers’ unique voices and education levels contributed to a product that perfectly communicated God’s intended message.
This means the human element was fully engaged while the divine authorship was seamlessly maintained. Recognizing this balance reinforces the absolute trustworthiness of every word written.
Discussion: youtube.com/watch?v=sIW5UBkqyTQ&t=1s
#inspiration #theology #scripture
____________________
Mike Licona is Professor of New Testament Studies at Houston Christian University. HCU offers an accredited Master of Arts degree in apologetics that may be completed entirely online or on the HCU campus in Houston.
📜For more information, visit bit.ly/2Wlej6Z
🎓You can also earn a Master of Divinity degree that can be completed entirely online at bit.ly/3po5uEX
👨🏻🎓 HCU offers a rigorous Doctorate of Ministry degree: https://hc.edu/houston-theological-seminary/dmin/
🌐WEBSITE: risenjesus.com
💻FACEBOOK: facebook.com/DrMikeLicona
📱TWITTER: twitter.com/DrMikeLicona
📚 Buy “Jesus, Contradicted”: bit.ly/48H0FNM
📚 Buy "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus": amzn.to/38vTfNU
📚Buy "The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach": amzn.to/2NOOZkT
📚Buy "Paul Meets Muhammad": amzn.to/2RdEFoB
📚Buy "Why Are There Differences in the Gospels?": amzn.to/36dzc5C
🅿️ If you like Mike's work, become a patron by visiting his new Patreon page at patreon.com/RisenJesus or make a tax-deductible contribution(s) as allowed by law by going to Mike's secured website:
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