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What does it mean that Scripture is verbally inspired?

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Verbally inspired means that every word of Scripture is divinely appointed and carries God's authority.

When we say that Scripture is verbally inspired, we affirm that each word of the original Scriptures is instilled with divine authority and purpose. This doctrine aligns with 2 Timothy 3:16, illustrating that Scripture is not merely inspired in thought but in the very words chosen by God, ensuring the perfect transmission of His message to humanity. The writers of the Scriptures were moved by the Holy Spirit to express God's message accurately, leading to the proper understanding that the entirety of Scripture can be trusted as God's communication.
Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:21

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