Any heretic can claim that he has authority to determine for the Church both the canon and interpretation of Scripture. Only bishops and priests rightfully ordained in succession from the Apostles have legitimate ecclesial authority (including the authority to determine for the Church the authoritative interpretation and implications of 1 Peter2:5-9).
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True enough. That's why a correct presbyterian system of checks and balances as outlined in Scripture works optimally.
"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." -- 2 Timothy 2:15
No king but Christ.