Faithful Men: The Life and Ministry of C.I. Scofield | Dr. Dave Burggraff

2025-06-11

In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Dr. Dave Burggraff—Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Shepherds Theological Seminary—joins us to discuss the life and legacy of Cyrus Ingerson Scofield. Best known for the Scofield Reference Bible, Scofield played a key role in shaping dispensational thought in the 20th century.Dr. Burggraff walks us through Scofield’s spiritual journey, his pastoral and theological work, and the lasting influence of his ministry. We also explore common criticisms of dispensationalism, lesse...

Dr. Burggraff walks us through Scofield’s spiritual journey, his pastoral and theological work, and the lasting influence of his ministry. We also explore common criticisms of dispensationalism, lesser-known insights into Scofield’s life, and what his legacy means for today’s pastors and students.

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00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast
02:16 Who was C.I. Scofield
02:56 The Scofield Reference Bible
06:08 Scofield's Early Life
17:23 Bible Sales in the 1900's
20:45 Fundamentalism and Scofield
22:08 Biblical Truth to the Average Church Goer
24:39 Scofield and Eschatology
26:16 Lesser Known Facts about Scofield
33:16 Being in the Word of God Daily
37:31 Closing Comments

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