EXAMINE EVERYTHING: Because of the fallibility of mankind we are instructed to test all teaching against the inerrancy of the scriptures. Below are two such references. There is no speaker, author or minister that can afford to completely reject the honest scrutiny of others. As with most criticism there is some element of truth. Whatever the percentage that is accurate, no matter how small, own it. You will prove yourself wise if you humbly make the needed adjustments and then thank those who have brought their concerns to your attention.

Acts 17:11 (Amplified Version) Now these [Jews] were better disposed and more noble than those in Thessalonica, for they were entirely ready and accepted and welcomed the message [concerning the attainment through Christ of eternal salvation in the kingdom of God] with inclination of mind and eagerness, searching and examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.

Acts 17:11 (New Living Translation) And the people of Berea were more open-minded than those in Thessalonica, and they listened eagerly to Paul's message. They searched the Scriptures day after day to check up on Paul and Silas, to see if they were really teaching the truth.

1 Thessalonians 5:21 (NASB) But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good.

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