Bible Translation & Interpretation

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

As we conclude our series on the book of Romans, Paul gives us warnings about people who might deceive us to follow a personality instead of Jesus. They take the gospel message and twist it to serve their own selfish ambitions. We need to weigh all things against the truth of the Bible.

From the series: Cultural Collision

Focuses on understanding biblical prophecy, particularly in the context of eschatology. It emphasizes the complexity and varied interpretations of prophecy, highlighting the importance of humility and an attitude of seeking truth. It discusses the role of prophecy in pointing to Jesus Christ and its significance in understanding God's plan. Encourages exploring scriptural passages for deeper insights, rather than passively accepting teachings.

From the series: Cultural Collision

Discusses Daniel's life in the context of the Babylonian siege, his faithfulness to God amid cultural conflict, and the prophetic visions he received. It delves into the apocalyptic and symbolic nature of Daniel's visions, particularly chapters 7 and 8, highlighting the imagery and interpretation of eschatological events. Addresses common misunderstandings of biblical symbols and emphasizes the need to understand their original context. It also explores themes like the antichrist and the spiritual battle between good and evil, aiming to provide a deeper understanding of these biblical passages.

From the series: Cultural Collision

Discusses Daniel 7, focusing on eschatology and interpreting apocalyptic literature. It emphasizes the symbolic nature of such texts and the importance of understanding symbolism rather than taking it literally. Explores the historical and theological context of Daniel's visions, particularly the imagery of beasts representing different empires and the "Ancient of Days" as a figure of divine judgment and authority. Underlines the complexity of prophetic texts and the need for careful interpretation.

From the series: The Genius of Jesus

Discusses how identity in Christ shapes our lives. It examines the biblical story where Jesus is questioned about paying taxes to Caesar, focusing on the deeper message of rendering to God what is God's. It highlights the importance of recognizing where our true allegiance lies and how our actions reflect our devotion to God. It encourages believers to consider how they represent God's image in their daily lives.

From the series: The Genius of Jesus

Discusses the significance of understanding the context and culture of biblical texts for accurate interpretation and application. It emphasizes the method of 'keshers' or stringing pearls, where ancient Jewish rabbis would teach by connecting various Old Testament scriptures to elucidate a deeper meaning. Underscores the importance of delving into the original context of scriptures to avoid misinterpretation and to fully grasp the message intended for the original audience.

From the series: Believe

Emphasizing that when God speaks, life begins. It builds on the previous week's message about God's existence, exploring how God's Word, both in creation and the Bible, brings life and understanding to humanity.

The Bereans tested everything Paul said against Scripture. A devotion on Acts 17 and the noble habit of searching the word for yourself.

If opening the Bible feels like a chore, you are not alone. A gentle look at why our reading slips and how to rediscover joy in God's word.

Ever read a Bible verse that left you anxious about where you stand with God? How to approach the passages that trouble us, starting with one in Matthew.

The Bible is clear on the answer and the answer is, No. God does not change. He is perfect and he will not deviate from His eternal plan before time even began. (Isaiah 46:10-11) Malachi 3:6…

One common question we often hear is, "Has the Bible been preserved or has it been perverted over generations?" Sometimes people will use something that we refer to as "the telephone game." We are in…

When you are reading God's Word it's important to answer the question: how can you understand it, as it was intended to be understood? Meaning, sometime we can read God's Word and walk away with a…

How do you know the Bible is true? That is a great question, because it is the foundation from which you learn about the Lord. It's important. And the Bible, when you think about it, is a pretty…

Ever notice the Bible writes God's name as LORD, Lord, and GOD in different places? The reason behind those capital letters and what they signal.