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Key Thought: The first chapters of Genesis are foundational for the rest of Scripture. The major teachings or doctrines of the Bible have their source in Scripture. May 23, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11.. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The prophets wrote in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Interpreting the words, phrases, and narrative of Scripture within the original contexts help us more fully understand God’s message for us today. May 16, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Genesis 1:26,27. Isaiah 6:1-3. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Interpreters of the Bible cannot completely divest themselves from their own past, experiences, and preconceived notions and opinions. But the Holy Spirit can open up and correct our limited perspectives and presuppositions when we read with an open mind and honest heart. May 9, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Luke 24:36-45.. Ask … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Sola Scripture implies fundamental principles of Biblical interpretation for a proper understanding of God’s Word. As Protestants, we maintain the Bible as the ultimate doctrinal authority. May 2, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Hebrews 4:8-12. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The role and authority of Scripture in theology is not the same in all churches. Five influences impact our interpretation of Scripture: tradition, experience, culture, reason, and the Bible itself. April 25, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Mark 7:1-13. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Jesus and the apostles accepted the Old Testament as authoritative and true in its teachings, application, and historical context of people, places, and events. April 18, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Matthew 4:1-11.. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. How did … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Although written by human beings, the Bible is the written word of God. Because uses the medium of language to communicate with human beings; Divine revelation is quite capable of being written down. Divine inspiration gives the Bible Divine authority.. April 11, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read 2 Peter 1:19-21. Ask class … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The Bible is unique in that it comprises 30% prophecy; it speaks of a God who acts in history; Bible events are in real geographical sites, and it has the power to change lives. April 4, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Deuteronomy 32:45-47. Ask class members to share a thought on what … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Daniel 12 concludes with Michael standing up to deliver God’s people. In spite of an extreme time of trouble, God’s people will remain faithful and lead others to the truth. March 28, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Daniel 12:1-3. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Daniel 11 shows the nature of the repeat and enlarge prophecies of Daniel 2,7, and 8. This focuses on Medo-Persia, Greece, Rome, and ensuing kingdoms of the north and south.. March 21, 2020 1. Have a volunteer read Daniel 11:5-14. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
