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Video Discussion Questions A. SIMPLY SCRIPTURE Exploring popular metaphors and models. 1) How familiar are you with these metaphors and models for the nature of scripture? 2) Do you have any other concerns about the frst two models that are discussed ? 3) What strengths do you think...

Video Discussion Questions A. SIMPLY SCRIPTURE Exploring popular metaphors and models. 1) How familiar are you with these metaphors and models for the nature of scripture? 2) Do you have any other concerns about the frst two models that are discussed ? 3) What strengths do you think the narrative model presented by Tom Wright has? 4) Can you see any weaknesses with regard to this fnal model ? B. FROM TRADITION TO REASON The Enlightenment 1) What do you think I mean when I say that the Enlightenment has been presented as a 'bolt from the blue'? 2) Why would the collapse of tradition lead to the rise of reason? 3) Why would the church want to promote the sovereignty of reason? 4) Can you think of any examples where faith and reason have been presented as in opposition to each other? C. REASON AND EXPERIENCE Peter Harrison: Science, Religion and the Enlightenment 1) How does Peter Harrison see the scientifc revolutions emphasis on experience and experiment connecting with religious faith? 2) In what ways does Peter Harrison think that theological beliefs infuenced the scientifc revolution? 3) What does he mean by rational religion? 4) Peter Harrison describes a reaction against rational religion what was it? 5) In what way do these debates about the nature of faith continue today?