The War of Independence, Noll argues, expanded the rhetorical presence of the Bible in American society and further detached the Bible from traditional forms of authority. (firstthings.com)
The result can be unnecessary and reciprocated acrimony towards most forms of authority, which only strengthens our resolve to be «independent» and «adult» in our own right. (faith.org.uk)
We do not all agree in the Christian Church about the proper forms of authority in the ministry; but whatever they may be, we can not escape the truth that God in his decisive word to us has left us no ultimate reliance upon institution or tradition save that which arises from personal trust in him. (religion-online.org)