Defining Fundamentalism

[Dennis Bratcher]

I like Roger Olson because his journey mirrors so much of my own. In many ways, I think he represents much of what Wesley had to say about relationships among Christians, about focusing on essentials, and thinking honestly about the Faith. I don’t agree with all of his theological positions (and he would not agree with all of mine). But then that's not what the Faith is really about anyway, as Wesley consistently maintained.

One of his latest blogs is a succinct overview of the rise of fundamentalism and biblical inerrancy. And just to remind us, he is a Arminian Southern Baptist, sort of a lamb among wolves.

Defining Fundamentalism (http://www.rogereolson.com/2010/10/10/defining-fundamentalism/)

Grace and Peace,

Dennis B.

[Craig Laughlin]

Very good. He outlines the development of the "attitude" of Fundamentalism. This idea was introduced to me by you Dennis. I think he and you are right and it certainly explains a lot of things.

[Leon McCaffrey]

Thanks for the article Dennis. I enjoy Roger Olsen.

http://trevinwax.com/2010/10/19/inerrancy-and-baggage/

I came across the above article today which in my experience accurately reflects the typical inerrantist.
Inerrantists don't(necessarily) equal fundamentalist, as defined in the last paragraph of Olsens article. Most simply don't find it necessary or beneficial to reject the word inerrant.