Tack Room Bible Talk - Lecture on Scripture and Authority

Jul 7, 2024

Tack Room Bible Talk

Introduction

  • Speaker: Dwayne
  • Purpose: To explore scripture with a focus on lifting up Christ without denominational bias.
  • Encouragement: Verify all scripture references personally and pray for understanding.

Key Verses and Concepts

Matthew 28:16-20

  • Context: Jesus' ascension into heaven
  • Verses:
    • Matthew 28:16: Disciples gather
    • Disciple vs. Apostle: A disciple is a student; an apostle is a 'sent one'
    • Great Commission: Jesus commands the disciples to teach all nations, baptize them, and teach them to observe all His commandments.
  • Importance of Words: Every word in scripture has meaning; they should not be overlooked.

On Sacraments

  • Two Sacraments: Lord’s Supper and Baptism
  • Misconceptions in Baptist Churches: Only certain men can baptize or present the Lord's Supper
  • Biblical Authority: Every believer has the command, not just authority, to baptize, based on Matthew 28.
  • Baptism: The first step of obedience, not part of salvation.
  • Lord’s Supper: Any gathering of believers can observe it.

Luke 24:49

  • Context: Details surrounding Jesus' ascension
  • Verses:
    • Jesus instructs to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit

Acts Chapter 1

  • Context: Early actions of the apostles after Jesus' ascension
  • Misinterpretation Warning:
    • Books: Matthew and Acts are historical, not purely doctrinal.
    • Event: Appointment of Matthias was done without the leading of the Holy Spirit, acting in disobedience to Jesus' command.

Succession Doctrine

  • Fallacy: Apostolic or pastoral succession can lead to false doctrine.
  • Error Analogy: Like making a math error early in a complex problem; all subsequent steps are wrong.
  • Historical Issue: Any false teaching or erroneous appointment affects all subsequent teachings.

1 Peter 2:1-9

  • Verses:
    • Believers are part of a holy priesthood and a spiritual house.
    • Jesus is the Chief Cornerstone upon which the church is built.

Key Points

  • Royal Priesthood: Every believer is part of it.
  • Cornerstone: Jesus Christ, not any human lineage.

Conclusion

  • False Doctrine: Apostolic succession is false and dangerous.
  • Personal Relationship: Emphasis on the personal relationship between a believer and Jesus Christ.
  • Freedom in Christ: Reject false teaching; embrace the freedom offered by Jesus.
  • Direct Access: The curtain separating humanity from God has been torn; believers have direct access to God through Jesus.
  • Call to Action: Seek Jesus directly, ensure biblical foundations, and only then find a community of believers.

Final Thoughts

  • Speaker’s Position: Dwayne positions himself as a guide pointing towards Jesus and emphasizes personal exploration of faith and scripture.