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Dr. R. Scott Clark argues that the quest for "continuing revelation"—direct messages from God outside of the Bible—is directly correlated with a lack of biblical knowledge. Many are seeking a "concierge religion," desiring personal, immediate answers to life's specific questions (such as whom to marry or what job to take) because they feel entitled to direct divine guidance. This search for extra-biblical revelation often stems from being too impatient or busy to "labor through" and study the scriptures, which are entirely sufficient for everything needed in the Christian faith and life.

00:15 - Introduction: Defining the Issue of Continuing Revelation
01:21 - The Sufficiency of Scripture and Sola Scriptura
02:18 - Distinguishing Biblical Authority from Private Experience
05:01 - The Redundancy of Modern "Prophecies"
07:44 - Historical Context: From Montanism to the Anabaptists
10:12 - Why the Canon is Closed: The Finished Work of Christ
15:30 - The Role of the Holy Spirit in Illumination vs. Revelation
20:45 - Practical Dangers of Following "Still Small Voices"
23:18 - Responding to Common Objections and Claims
26:10 - Final Thoughts: Finding Certainty in God's Written Word