Journal: Interdisciplinary Journal on Biblical Authority
Volume: IJOBA 01:1 (Spring 2020)
Article: Introduction Of Interdisciplinary Journal On Biblical Authority
Author: Thomas D. Ice

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Introduction Of Interdisciplinary Journal On Biblical Authority

Thomas D. Ice

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Scripture commands believers to take “every thought captive to the obedience of Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5). This command is set within the context of intellectual warfare. Indeed, believers are in an intellectual battle with Satan and the world in every area of life. 2 Corinthians 10:5 also speaks of “destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God.” This is a passage that refers to non-Christian intellectual thought. Believers are commanded to engage in intellectual warfare and discernment in order to provide a framework enabling them to discern what is biblical thought versus non-biblical thought. This is a task commanded for every believer, not just those in acidemia, but especially those who are pastors and teachers. Right thought is required for one to practice right behavior. This is the purpose for the Interdisciplinary Journal on Biblical Authority. Contributors desire to develop and articulate the biblical worldview as they interact with various issues from a biblical perspective.

In a well-known quote, Martin Luther said, “If I profess with the loudest voice and clearest exposition every portion of the truth of God except precisely that little point which the world and the devil are at the moment attacking, I am not confessing Christ, however boldly I may be professing Christ. Where the battle rages, there the loyalty of the soldier is proved. And to be steady on all the battle fields besides is merely flight and disgrace if he flinches at that point.” The IJOBA desires to bring believer’s thoughts in every area of life under submission to the mind of Christ. Based upon the previously stated premise, we hope to engage in as many areas of thought as possible in service to our Lord intellectually. Proverbs 2:6

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says, “For the Lord gives wisdom; From His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” As dependent creatures who have ceased rebellion against God, believers are to think God’s thoughts as revealed in Scripture. With this piece of God’s mind as our framework, we are called to pursue dominion of His creation for His glory. This will be our focus for the IJOBA.

In a world where hostility is growing toward believers who are faithful to God and His Word, we hope to continue serving our Lord in the intellectual realm by rightly handling God’s Word through proper interpretation and application. I believe the offerings in ...