Biblical Interpretation Through Demonstration
Teaching biblical interpretation through demonstration.
In my previous post, I said that I do not focus on self-care. I let God take care of me. That statement may sound strange in a culture that constantly tells us to look inward for strength, peace, and fulfillment. Yet Scripture repeatedly points us away from ourselves and toward God. The question is this: … Continue reading What Does It Look Like to Let God Take Care of You?
How do you make time for self-care? Self-care is often defined as taking time to take care of yourself. The idea is that we do so much for others that we forget to take care of ourselves. Yet, the Bible tells us to love our neighbors as ourselves. It is implied that we already love … Continue reading I Don’t. I Let God Take Care of Me.
What’s one thing you wish you had started doing earlier in life? I read through the Bible twice a year. I have been doing that for since I was 21. Yet, I wish I started doing as a child. I would probably have an even higher retention rate. However, God doesn't deal in what ifs. … Continue reading Reading the Bible All the Way Through
What’s the best advice you’d give to someone younger than you? When I look back on my life, I sometimes think I put too much stock in becoming a pastor. The main way to honor God isn't becoming a pastor, though that is the calling for some. The main way to honor God is to … Continue reading Embrace Christ in All Things
In a world filled with competing interpretations of Scripture, few biblical books generate as much discussion and debate as Genesis. Questions about creation, God's character, humanity's purpose, marriage, and redemption often begin in the opening chapters of the Bible. Yet many readers struggle to understand these foundational passages in their proper context. God Said And … Continue reading Why Every Christian Should Read God Said And It Was So
IntroductionOne of the most important questions in religious discussions is whether a faith's sacred text is consistent with reality. If a book claims to come from God and to be free from error, then historical accuracy becomes an important test of that claim.The Qur'an presents itself as a revelation from God and challenges readers to … Continue reading Does Islam Pass Its Own Test?
