The term 'biblical' has become a convenient way of claiming something is "right" or doctrinally sound according to "Christian" standards, but it's a catchphrase that's lost its significance. In most contexts 'biblical,' or 'Bible-based,' or 'biblically-centered' can mean anything to anyone, and is commonly uttered to reinforce a particular viewpoint or partisan agenda. 'Biblical' has become the cop-out language for approving something as "Christian" without having to actually refer to the person of Christ.
Every Christian denomination, theological sect, and faith-based organization and political platform asserts their 'biblical' status. But if the term 'biblical' means justifying something based on verses and ideas that are found within the Bible, then almost everything can legitimately claim to be ‘Bible-based,' because the Bible can be used to rationalize and support almost any idea or agenda.
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