Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, we examine a common Roman Catholic objection: that sola scriptura is logically inconsistent.

But is that actually true?

Before responding to that claim, we lay out the positive case for sola scriptura, grounded in the Westminster Confession of Faith, and present a clear syllogistic argument:

• God alone is the final authority
• We access that authority through His Word
• God’s Word was given orally and in Scripture
• Oral revelation has ceased
• Therefore, Scripture is now the only access point to God’s final authority

From there, we evaluate whether objections to sola scriptura actually demonstrate a logical contradiction, or whether they simply challenge the truth of the premises.

We also interact with a video by Sean Hiller and examine several common misunderstandings of the doctrine.

00:00 Introduction to Sola Scriptura

01:18 The Positive Case for Sola Scriptura

05:02 Understanding Final Authority

07:57 Logical Consistency of Sola Scriptura

12:42 Addressing Objections to Sola Scriptura

17:48 The Role of Secondary Authorities

21:50 The Importance of Church Authority

25:11 Examining Mr. Hiller's Arguments

30:11 Clarifying Misunderstandings

34:11 Conclusion and Invitation for Discussion

Support the show

Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!

Click here to find us everywhere!!