Inter-Varsity Press

The doctrine of Scripture is of vital importance for Christians, and continues to be debated by theologians. Furthermore, differing views can be found among those who describe themselves as evangelical .

A. T. B. McGowan engages with the issues, debates and terminology, and reconstructs and re-expresses an evangelical doctrine for the current context.

This stimulating and informative volume offers a valuable contribution to our understanding and articulation of the nature of Scripture and its significance for today.

Commendations

"Andrew McGowan has rendered a notable service to evangelical doctrine by calling us to reconsider our understanding of the nature of Scripture ... He steers a wise course between the dangers of an unthinking fundamentalism and a skeptical liberalism and suggests that terms such a spiration and infallibility express concepts that are basic to a sound doctrine that will have practical relevance to the preaching of Scripture." I. Howard Marshall

"The combination of broad perspectives and careful attention to detail commends this book to those looking for a readable, well-informed and balanced presentation of the doctrine of Scripture. Professor McGowan skilfully localizes problem areas in recent discussion and allows Scripture itself to provide constructive pointers to their solution." Paul Wells,Professor of Systematic Theology, Faculte Libre de Theologie Reformee, Aix-en-Provence