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Biblical Interpretation: How to Understand the Bible
Many Christians lack confidence that they will be able to understand the Bible when they read it. The problem is not with the person or the Bible. It’s simply a lack of the right tools. However, with a little guidance you can interpret the original meaning of what you...
How To OBSERVE a Bible Passage
Observation is the first step of any solid Bible study method. But before we talk about how to observe a Bible passage, let’s take a moment to touch on what observation is and why we do it. Our overall goal of Bible study is to know God better and...
4 Things to Consider for Biblical Context
Anyone who commits to read and study the Bible probably desires to correctly understand it. While a host of things may hinder that process, likely the most common hindrance to proper understanding is failing to consider the biblical context. (Philippians 4:13 is a...
5 Christian Slogans We Should Stop Saying
There are many common Christian "slogans" that aren't necessarily grounded in biblical truth. But too often we accept them as fact. But just because we hear something - or say something - over and over again doesn't mean it's true. For instance, when my grandson Micah...
Proverbs 22:6 is NOT a Promise
Proverbs 22:6 is a well-known and well-loved verse. This small proverb has comforted and encouraged many parents. But it's also brought great discouragement and disappointment to many others. But, the problem is not in the proverb. The problem comes from the...
Connecting Words Linked to Better Understanding
Connecting words, also known as connectives or linking words, are common words that are easy to overlook when we read and study Scripture. Yet, grammar and sentence structure help us properly understanding a biblical text. In fact, some of the most familiar words can...
Is it Okay to Listen to the Bible?
Many Christians tell me they listen to the Bible more than they read it. Some listen because they are auditory learners, some because they struggle with reading on some level, but most listen over reading due to busyness. Since time is tight they listen to the Bible...
Finding Treasure in the Boring Parts of the Bible
Okay, I admit it. I used to avoid reading the boring parts of the Bible. Sections like genealogy lists, the greetings at the end of epistles, and many parts of the Old Testament law. Particularly those civil laws like what to do if a neighbor’s ox falls in your pit or...
How Often Should I Read the Bible?
Scripture doesn’t say how often I should read the Bible. God hasn’t prescribed a set number of days per week or a specific amount of time. There’s no eleventh commandment that reads “Thou shalt read the Bible five days a week for twenty minutes.” (Also see “Why are...
Resources to Study the Bible’s Greek and Hebrew Words
I loved my time in seminary, but I regret one thing. I wish I had studied Greek and Hebrew. Although they were not required for my Masters in Christian Education, I could have taken them as electives. However, I have learned how to use the invaluable tools available...
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