Today we tend to speak of doctrine with a question mark rather than an exclamation point. We approach the Scriptures as if this Word were not clear in its teaching but dark and hidden and, more importantly, uncertain. We approach doctrine or dogma as if it were a four letter word to be avoided in polite conversation. It is both because we have grown ashamed and embarrassed about what the Church has believed, confessed, and taught or because we no longer have confidence that this is the truth that is to be our way and the light than enlightens our darkness. We approach belief both as if it were personal and individual to define and determine and as if nothing were clear enough to be taught with authority and confidence (a truth for all time).
Posted by Larry Peters
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