Wayne Grudem adds, "philosophical theology is studying theological topics largely without the use of the Bible, but using the tools and methods of philosophical reasoning and what can be known about God from observing the universe." (21) In other words, being well informed about God and his character and works through watching nature, meditating deeply on the acts of God, and life experiences. On the contrary, Grudem points out, "only Scriptures has the final authority to define what we are to believe, and it is, therefore, appropriate to spend some time focusing on the process of analyzing the teaching of Scripture itself." (22) Reference books and teachings are good. However, the Bible is 'The ' Book for guidance, instruction,
Wayne Grudem adds, "philosophical theology is studying theological topics largely without the use of the Bible, but using the tools and methods of philosophical reasoning and what can be known about God from observing the universe." (21) In other words, being well informed about God and his character and works through watching nature, meditating deeply on the acts of God, and life experiences. On the contrary, Grudem points out, "only Scriptures has the final authority to define what we are to believe, and it is, therefore, appropriate to spend some time focusing on the process of analyzing the teaching of Scripture itself." (22) Reference books and teachings are good. However, the Bible is 'The ' Book for guidance, instruction,