If the New Testament is not our direct example and instruction, then the Church really is dependant on post-apostolic, extra-Biblical sources as authorities to explain to us what applies, what doesn't, and how. Kind of like a Third Testament.
No. I believe the Church is built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone - and no other conflicting examples, instruction and authorities are needed or valid.
The doctrine of the early Church should be our doctrine; the stance of the Epistles should be our stance; and therefore their experience can be my experience.
No. I believe the Church is built upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone - and no other conflicting examples, instruction and authorities are needed or valid.
The doctrine of the early Church should be our doctrine; the stance of the Epistles should be our stance; and therefore their experience can be my experience.
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