Denies
Deuterocanonical books not canonical; Protestant 66-book canon affirmed
The International Church of Christ affirms the 66-book Protestant biblical canon and excludes the deuterocanonical books. These apocryphal works (Tobit, Wisdom, Sirach, Maccabees, Baruch, etc.) are not considered Scripture. While they may be read for historical interest, they are not authoritative for Christian doctrine and practice.
The ICC's commitment to Scripture alone (sola scriptura) means that only the 66 books possess binding authority. The Old Testament canon consists of the 39 books of the Hebrew Bible, not the expanded Septuagint version. The apocryphal books, though valuable historically, do not meet the test of apostolicity and divine authority.
Key Distinctions
- Canonical status:
- 66 books
- Apocrypha status:
- non-canonical
- Historical value:
Scripture References
Sources
- International Church of Christ doctrinal teachings