Ignorance. Introduction  Scripture places a premium on knowledge (John 8:31-32; 2 Tim. 2:15-17).  Ignorance is a distinct spiritual danger (Hos. 4:6;

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Ignorance

Introduction  Scripture places a premium on knowledge (John 8:31-32; 2 Tim. 2:15-17).  Ignorance is a distinct spiritual danger (Hos. 4:6; Rom. 1:18-23, 28).

Ignorance Defined  The Greek word for knowledge, gnōsis, comes from the root gnō. This root is embedded in the Greek words for ignorance, agnoeō, agnoēma and agnoia though in the negative form.  If Gnosticism represents a prideful overemphasis on knowledge, ignorance signifies an equally erroneous under emphasis on understanding.

Ignorance Defined  Biblically speaking, an ignorant person is uninformed. Lack of knowledge may be the result of inattention. Sin is often rooted in moral blindness. Lacking spiritual discernment, individuals engage in reprehensible behavior, transgressing the will of God, yet unaware of their offense.

Verb Agnoeō  Thomas defines the verb agnoeō, a compound of the negative prefix and the same as ginōskō [from a primitive root gnō-; to come to know, recognize, perceive], as “to be ignorant, not to know” [50].

Noun Agnoēma  Thomas defines agnoēma, derived from agnoeō [to be ignorant, not to know], as “a sin of ignorance” [51].

Noun Agnoia  Thomas defines the noun agnoia, derived from agnoeō [to be ignorant, not to know], as “ignorance” [52].

God’s Creatures  Sinful Humanity (1 Pet. 1:14-16; cf. also 2:1-3)  Gentiles (Acts 17:22-23, 30-31; Eph. 4:17-19)  Jews (Acts 3:17; cf. also Luke 23:34; Acts 13:27)

God’s Truth  The Death, Burial and Resurrection of Jesus (Mark 9:32; Luke 9:45)  The Kindness and Righteousness of God (Rom. 2:4-11; 10:1-3)  The Nature of Conversion (Rom. 6:1-4)

God’s Truth…  The Jurisdiction of Law (Rom. 7:1-4)  The Hardening of Israel (Rom. 11:25-32)  The Nature of Biblical Symbolism (1 Cor. 10:1-12)

God’s Truth…  The Nature of Spiritual Gifts (1 Cor. 12:1-7)  The Nature of Christian Hope (1 Thess. 4:13-18)  The Nature of Priestly Service (Heb. 5:1-6; 9:6-14)

God’s Apostles  Apostolic Ministry (Rom. 1:13- 15; 2 Cor. 1:8-9; 6:4-10; Gal. 1:21-24)  Apostolic Authority (1 Cor. 14:37-38; cf. also 2:12-13; 2 Pet. 3:1-2; 1 John 4:6)

God’s Opponent  Satan’s Devices (2 Cor. 2:5-11; cf. also 4:3-4; 11:2-3, 13-15; Eph. 4:26-27; 1 Pet. 5:8)

Conclusion  Before learning the truth, a person may be ignorant and honest, sincere but mistaken.  After hearing the gospel, ignorance is removed and honesty is tested.

Conclusion  When confronted with the truth, Saul of Tarsus believed and obeyed (1 Tim. 1:12-16; Acts 23:1; 26:9-20).  Like rebellious men of old, one may reject the truth, persisting in ignorance and dishonesty (2 Pet. 2:9-16; Jude 10-11).

Challenge  Will we accept the truth, and thus remain honest?  Will we reject the truth, and thus forfeit our integrity (Psa. 73:21-24; Prov. 10:17)?