In this episode, I lay out the essential aspects of inspiration and then take a look at three competing theories of the process of inspiration. After my examination of the theories, I conclude that only the providential theory can satisfactorily explain the plenary, verbal, and confluent aspects of inspiration. A PDF of the transcript for this episode can be downloaded here.

Recommended Reading

• Steve W. Lemke (2002). “The Inspiration and Truthfulness of Scripture” in Bruce Corley, Steve W. Lemke, & Grant I. Lovejoy (eds.) Biblical Hermeneutics: A Comprehensive Introduction to Interpreting Scripture. Second Edition. Nashville, TN: B&H Publishers. Section entitled "Leading Theories About the Nature of Inspiration": Pg. 148-154.
  
  
• William Lane Craig (2010). “Doctrine of Revelation (part 4)” Retrieved from https://www.reasonablefaith.org/podcasts/defenders-podcast-series-2/s2-doctrine-of-revelation/doctrine-of-revelation-part-4/

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