The hermeneutical (Bible interpretation) approach we use to study and interpret the Bible holds immense significance. The two commonly known approaches to Bible study are exegesis and eisegesis. Exegesis (the best approach) means “to draw meaning from a text ” while eisegesis means “to read …
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Showing: 7 - 12 of 15 ArticlesExegesis vs. Eisegesis: Unveiling the Depths of Bible Study
Bible study is an integral part of the Christian life. And seeking the knowledge of God should be our lifelong commitment. In seeking to interpret and understand what the Bible says, the approach used in studying it is crucial. There are two contrasting hermeneutical methods …
Bible Interpretation: Descriptive vs Prescriptive Passages
When it comes to the application of scripture, it’s important to determine whether a passage is descriptive or prescriptive. In the previous blog post, we looked at the principles of interpreting the scriptures correctly. And what came up is that Bible interpretation should be aimed …
6 Principles for Interpreting the Bible Correctly
One of the perks of going to a Christian university is getting to take a few common courses in Theology. One such course that I took was Biblical Hermeneutics. I didn’t know it then, but this course has been such a resource in my personal …
The Sufficiency of Scripture: What Does it Mean and Why it’s Important
I’m a sola scriptura kinda girl although that wasn’t the case for most of my Christian journey. If you aren’t familiar with the term, Sola scriptura is Latin for Scripture alone. It means that scripture is sufficient to equip the Christian in matters of faith …
Why is the Bible Considered the Word of God?
I believe that the Bible is sufficient in equipping a believer in matters of faith and conduct. I also believe that it should have the final authority in the Christian life. But you can only hold to this view of you if you’re fully convinced …