How did Jesus establish Bible authority?

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What’s Your Question? for Nov. 25, 2009

Jesus was asked by the Pharisees, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for just any reason?” (read Mt. 19:3-9). He cited an example (Gen. 1:27; 2:24). It was a specific example – one man for one woman. Then He made a statement of fact – “for this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife.” This is a generic statement – it applies to all men. From these two facts He drew a necessary inference – “therefore what God has joined together, let not man separate,” with one exception – “for fornication.” He used precept, example and necessary inference; both specific and generic. These are the ways God has always communicated with mankind, and the ways we communicate with one another. Those who quit teaching this, probably have quit following God’s pattern.