Tim Challies recently posted some thoughts on whether or not doctrinal error is sin. I found his post to be clear, thoughtful and to the point. It is worth reading. You can find it here http://www.challies.com/christian-living/a-captive-conscience.
Archive for the ‘Hermeneutics’ Category
A Captive Conscience – by Tim Challies
Posted in Hermeneutics, Sin on April 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
What It Means to Me? – Thabiti Anyabwile
Posted in Christian Life, Hermeneutics, Scripture on February 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Thabiti Anyabwile has posted some helpful thoughts on the proper approach to reading Scripture and the danger of reading the Bible on a solely subjective level. You can find the article here http://thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/thabitianyabwile/2010/02/08/what-it-means-to-me/.
Seven Common Fallacies of Biblical Interpretation – C. Michael Patton
Posted in Hermeneutics, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Scripture on February 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I came across this blog post by C. Michael Patton on common errors in biblical interpretation. It is worth reading and reflecting on while studying our Bibles. You can find it here http://www.reclaimingthemind.org/blog/2010/02/seven-common-fallacies-of-biblical-interpretation/.
The Problem of Evangelical Biblical Illiteracy – by David Nienhuis
Posted in Children's Ministry, Christian Life, Discipleship, Family, Hermeneutics, Homeschooling, Pastoral Ministry, Scripture on January 23, 2010 | 1 Comment »
I came across an article by David Nienhuis in the recent issue of Modern Reformation which I have read several times. In it, he addresses the issue of biblical illiteracy among modern evangelicals, particularly among young evangelicals. It is a very insightful article. Having spent several years working with young people in the local church, [...]
10 Questions to Ask of Scripture in Sermon Preparation – by Derek Prime
Posted in Hermeneutics, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching on May 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I recently listened to an exposition of I Samuel 17 given by Derek Prime at the Basics 2002 conference for pastors in which he laid out 10 questions which he asks of the text as he begins his study of Scripture. I thought these might be worth sharing, so here are the 10 questions… 1) [...]
What Does It Mean to Me? – by John MacArthur
Posted in Hermeneutics, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Scripture on April 3, 2009 | 2 Comments »
John MacArthur recently posted on the importance of studying Scripture in search of the inspired meaning of the text rather than in seeking what it means “to me.” Here is an excerpt… “What does it mean “to me”? That’s a fashionable concern, judging from the trends in devotional booklets, home Bible study discussions, Sunday-school literature, [...]
John Calvin on the Importance of Careful Exegesis
Posted in Christian Life, Hermeneutics, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Scripture on January 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I am starting to work my way systematically through Calvin’s Institutes this year along with the Reformation 21 blog folks and I came across a convicting quotation right off the bat… particularly for those who preach and teach on a regular basis… “Such veneration we ought indeed to entertain for the Word of God, that [...]
Dr. Al Mohler on How to Use a Study Bible
Posted in Christian Life, Discipleship, Hermeneutics on December 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Dr. Albert Mohler has a brief post on the right way to use a study Bible. This is good stuff… take the time to read it. You can find it here http://www.albertmohler.com/blog_read.php?id=2930 .
Why Don’t We Hear More Evangelical Sermons from the Old Testament???
Posted in Hermeneutics, Old Testament Studies, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Scripture on December 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Are you a preacher? Or a Sunday School teacher? Or a parent concerned about educating your children in the things of God? Then let me ask you a question… when was the last time you preached or taught from the Old Testament? As I reflected on the sermons I have preached over the past few [...]
Does the Bible need to be “brought to life”?
Posted in Hermeneutics, Pastoral Ministry, Preaching, Scripture on October 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Lionel Windsor over at the Sola Panel blog commented today on the tendency among evangelicals to speak of “bringing the Bible to life.” In response to this common statement, Mr. Windsor cites Hebrews 4:12-13… For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and [...]
