In Defense of the Authenticity of 1 John 5

<p>In Defense of the Authenticity of 1 John 5:7 sheds a strong light on the issues radiating from one controversial verse in one of Johns three New Testament letters. Some manuscripts refer to a phrase called the Johannine Commacentering on the Father the Word and the Holy Spiritwhile others do not. Chris Pappas a seasoned pastor steeped in Greek culture sifts through the scholarly evidence from hundreds of surviving copies of the Greek-language letters. He surveys and analyzes the arguments from biblical scholars who support and who oppose the Commas inclusion. Finally he presents the reasons for regarding the Comma as a true part of the Word of God in Scripture and for returning it to Johns letter.</p><p>Embarking on a survey of the manuscripts their condition their roles in the churchs theology and their place in doctrinal controversies In Defense of the Authenticity of 1 John 5:7 makes a thorough and intricate study of the passage. The journey is somewhat demanding but the reward for persistence is a deeper appreciation for the meaning for wordsthese few words in particular.</p><p>When you listen to the churchs present-day conflicts you may hear trusted authorities undergoing profound questioning and believers facing temptations to doubt those authoritiesincluding the Bible. As an aid In Defense of the Authenticity of 1 John 5:7 offers a history of the churchs struggles over biblical authority a detailed survey of the intricacies of biblical studies and the wealth of insights residing in one key phrase.</p>