There are generally two approaches to the canonization of the New Testament. They basically revolve around the following: Who has the authority to sanctify (set apart for holy use) the writings? Of course, we as true Christians believe that it is God who has this authority and that He has been faithful to give us His complete Word so that we can grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. But many believe that it was man who decided which books are set apart for holy use - that is, which books are canonized. This sermon describes and explains how God inspired the apostles of Jesus Christ, namely Peter and John, to canonize the New Testament.

Jorge de Campos

United Church of God Pastor

Jorge and his wife Kathy serve the Dallas, Fort Worth (TX) and the Lawton (OK) congregations. Jorge was born in Portuguese East Africa, now Mozambique, and also lived and served the Church in South Africa. He is also responsible for God’s Work in the Portuguese language, and has been visiting Portugal, Brazil and Angola at least once a year. Kathy was born in Pennsylvania and also served for a number of years in South Africa. They are the proud parents of five children, with 12 grandchildren and live in Allen, north of Dallas (TX).