The Inerrancy of Scripture: An Overview and Defense

IN THE INERRANCY of Scripture, L. J. Anderson tackles one of the most critical (and contested) doctrines in the Christian faith. With clarity, theological depth, and pastoral concern, this work explores what it means for Scripture to be inerrant, how it differs from infallibility, and why that distinction matters. Anderson carefully examines the historical development of the inerrancy debate, evaluates major contemporary viewpoints, and demonstrates how the Bible's own claims about God and itself demand either full acceptance or complete rejection of its authority. PERFECT FOR students, pastors, and anyone wrestling with the reliability of the Bible, this concise yet robust defense argues that inerrancy is not a secondary issue; rather, it is foundational to faith, doctrine, and the very character of God. If Scripture is truly God's Word, then every word matters. Contents: Dedication Preface Abstract 1.Introduction 2.Overview of the Terms "Inerrancy" and "Infallibility" 3.Overview of the Major Different Views on Inerrancy 4.The Claims Scripture Makes About God and Itself Require Either a Total Rejection or Total Acceptance of Its Authority 5.The Doctrine of the Inerrancy of Scripture Is Necessary to Avoid Apostasy 6.Conclusion A Brief Call to Action Also by L. J. Anderson Bibliography