The lectures in this module are designed to teach a believer how to interpret and study the Bible himself. Paul wrote, in 2 Timothy, chapter 2, and verse 15, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” In this pas- sage, our gaze is set on the Lord himself, not the applause or favor of men. We’re to strive to please the Lord, the Master we serve, and to labor in a manner that does not bring shame.
When interpreting Scripture, we must ask, What does God say? and, What does God mean by what he says? The Bible is God’s revelation to men. It makes known to us infallible truth from the mind of God. It is communication from God. This lecture considers our first Biblical principle for interpreting Scripture, that there is only one true Sense or meaning to any Bible passage.
1. Introduction | ||
2. Foundation | ||
3. Sense | ||
4. Comparing | ||
5. Context | ||
6. Words | ||
7. History | ||
8. Genre | ||
9. Christ | ||
10. Exposition |
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