Theological Drift and the Bible’s Authority – Dave Jenkins
By Dave Jenkins — Equipping You in Grace Podcast
Episode Summary
In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins addresses the growing issue of theological drift and why the Church must return to the authority of God’s Word. With biblical clarity and pastoral care, Dave unpacks why the sufficiency, clarity, and authority of Scripture are non-negotiable foundations for faithful Christian living and ministry.
Listeners will be encouraged to examine their view of the Bible and stand firm in a time when many are tempted to compromise or “unhitch” from Scripture. This is a call to return to the Word and submit wholly to its truth.
Key Takeaways
- Theological drift often begins with subtle compromises in one’s view of Scripture.
- “Unhitching” from either Testament undermines the full counsel of God and the gospel.
- The authority and sufficiency of Scripture are essential for spiritual growth and sound doctrine.
- Church history shows that reform and revival come when the Church returns to God’s Word.
- Believers must respond with conviction, clarity, and grace in an age of confusion.
- Theological drift is subtle, but it always begins with compromise on Scripture.
Scripture Referenced
- 2 Timothy 3:16–17
- Jude 3
- Psalm 19
- Hebrews 4:12
📚 Resources Mentioned
- Book: The Word Matters – Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age
- Podcast Archive: Browse Equipping You in Grace Episodes
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📖 Featured Verse
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”
—2 Timothy 3:16
If we lose the Bible’s authority, theological drift becomes inevitable.
Thank you for listening or watching this episode of Equipping You in Grace.
Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
