This is an example of why it is vitally important to read, study, and understand God's Word so we will not be led astray by false teachers.
According to many who study scripture, including many wise theologians, Rob Bell's teaching fails the test of biblical historical accuracy not to mention the misquoted references in his new book 'Love Wins', which appear to be nothing more than an attempt to sway others toward his altered view of the gospel.
The beliefs of this apparent wolf in sheeps clothing is being exposed on national TV by exceptional journalism. Rob Bell never expected this journalist to
do his homework or to know the truth of God's Word.
Rob Bell's ridiculous teaching and understanding regarding the truths of scripture will only gain a following by non-Christians or those who do not study God's Word, which very well may be false believers as well.
O Lord, impress upon Your people a great desire to read Your Word, to meditate on Your Word, to trust Your Word and not every word that comes from the lips of man. Thank You for the Holy Spirit that illuminates our minds so we can rightly divide the Word of Truth and uncover the deceptive practices of those who teach an altered gospel that lead many astray, may we plead for their souls to be truly redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. Help us to not grow weary in proclaiming the truth in these last days.
In Jesus Name AMEN
The following link contains Rob Bell's interview with Martin Bashir
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Vg-qgmJ7nzA
Also, the four links below contain Paul Edwards full interview with Martin Bashir regarding Bashir's MSNBC interview with Rob Bell.
Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWhR2YAsnNo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2v6A1E6HnCY&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Part 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lb_Vcdm13-w&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Part 4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niB2fQ70KJc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Additional links to articles and book reviews pertaining to Rob Bell's book and his beliefs.
This Weekend on The Christian Worldview Radio Program: "How To Respond to a False Teacher (like Rob Bell)" - http://eepurl.com/dpzCX
John MacArthur on Rob Bell's claim to be "evangelical and orthodox to the bone": http://bit.ly/fKphYL
John MacArthur on Rob Bell - "A Brother to Embrace or a Wolf to Avoid?": http://bit.ly/gJXcCK
Time Mag cover story headlines "What If There's No Hell?" in response to Rob Bell's book, "Love Wins": http://ti.me/gRgyAo
Albert Mohler responds to Time Mag article on Rob Bell and "massive shift coming in what it means to be a Christian?": http://bit.ly/geTB0E
Kevin DeYoung's excellent and extensive review of Rob Bell's book, "Love Wins": http://bit.ly/eWhOTw
"According to many who study scripture, including many wise theologians, Rob Bell's teaching fails the test of biblical historical accuracy not to mention the misquoted references in his new book 'Love Wins'"
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, you appear to have forgotten to name any of either the examples of error, or those who disagree with the interpretation.
Or to put it another, way, you haven't provided any evidence for these assertions.
Since I feel this quote raises a very critical point, would it be possible for you to cite both the examples you have in mind of 'misquoted references' and failings of the test of 'biblical historical accuracy' (possibly explaining what that phrase means to you as well, for it puzzles me, whether you mean to say theat history as found in the bible is accurate and he misinterprets it, or whether his secular historical understanding of the bible is off) and some sources of 'wise theologians' disagreeing with him.
Thanks for your help,
To find the information you are looking for, please follow the complete post which includes links to Bell's interview with Martin Bashir, audio links discussing this topic as well as articles and book reviews pertaining to Bell's book and some of his interpretations of scripture.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your inquiry.