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.
Now we should consider how we can use the fruit of our labors, especially as teachers and preachers of the Word. Having said that, ordinary Christians can also derive profit from this instruction. So it is relevant for both proclaiming it publicly in preaching, and in explaining it privately in conversation. But our primary focus will be on the preaching of gospel ministers. We can only preach the Word after, and only after we have studied the Word.
1. Introduction | ||
2. Foundation | ||
3. Sense | ||
4. Comparing | ||
5. Context | ||
6. Words | ||
7. History | ||
8. Genre | ||
9. Christ | ||
10. Exposition |
Instructor