Pursuing A Bible Study

Though they both may be considered educational settings, Brown explains that one’s best first approach to Biblical Scholarship is to approach it with the same mind frame that one might possess when in any other scholarly class. Brown also mentions the many different methods of interpreting the Bible. In addition to the “foundation of modern biblical Scholarship”, the historical-critical method, readers will discover several other methods. Readers will get the opportunity to read up on the process of each method and compare both the advantages and disadvantages. Brown then, strategically, works into a sub-chapter titled “A Primer on Biblical basics” which includes topics such as the creation of the Bible itself, the languages of the Bible and chapter and verse divisions. Brown even includes the significance of the use of italics. Finally, Brown concludes the first chapter with a sub-chapter titled “How Can I Prepare for the Process of Academic Biblical Study?” A very basic question that packs quite a punch as this question is a foundation for enduring Biblical Scholarship. Brown dictates to readers the fact that they should be prepared to give up the mind frame that always asks how something applies to their personal life. He later talks about the fact that the words” what I believe” will only further one from being a real benefactor of Biblical Study. All in all, Brown suggests that one entering the world of Biblical

students beginning their journey of academic biblical studies and is supposed to be used as a guide

I am assuming you were already a member of the church, but not a part of the Senior's Bible Study. You used wisdom to evaluate the senior's class and sought out the missing pieces of the learning puzzle. It was great that God led you to use illustration materials for the seniors because everyone learns in a different manner.

reading community” (115-116) Scripture when read as a story of what God has done and is doing today, gives us a complete picture of God's reconciliatory plan for humanity. This is very significant for me because by being aware of all scripture as the grand story of God no book or chapter is less significant because the book is part of the grand story of God. I will still struggle with some books like the Songs of Solomon, but after acquiring this new perspective from right, I can read the book with new lenses and try to figure out it connects to the story of God, but I believe I can only do that with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Over the last several weeks, this course has supplied me with a deeper knowledge of how, when, and why research is applied in behavioral studies. The answers to these questions have also provoked me to examine how Christianity and behavioral research can support one another. Specifically, the integration of research and Christianity has led me to believe that every method, type, and step to research leads one closer to the truth, truth that effectuates positive changes to mankind while encouraging a willingness, respect, and discipline to please the Lord in every pursuit. Thus, this case study will reflect on the knowledge that I have gained throughout this course as well as how this knowledge can be supported through a Christian Biblical perspective.

All in all, this course was greatly informative. I especially loved the C.S. Lewis quotes, and the little articles and newspaper clippings that supported the ideas we were discussing. The encyclical readings were sometimes difficult to accomplish in time for class, but I did enjoy reading them. In fact, I would say that my favorite part about the course was reading the Gospel of Life. Also, thank you for answering our many questions and for being flexible in the discussions and topics.

Along with the ESV Study Bible, two textbooks, some thoughts are now crafted into a flexible writer's guide. Encouragement to create "The Guide" (TG) has been the labor of love, and I praise the Holy Trinity for the opportunity. In use, TG will inspire better reading, writing, directional informational, from different platforms to help release the Bible's message to unique audiences. The main topics are in bold italics for easier location. The assignment was to combine texts Grasping God's Word (GGW) and How to Read the Bible for All it is Worth (RBW). Even since last April, the latter book has produced a fourth edition to change with the scholarship times. Both textbooks talk about preconditions but neither go into real detail

The Bible makes a difference in my life as a student, because it affects my worldview, and therefore affects the way I communicate to others. I have a Christian worldview in which I believe that the Bible is God’s word and absolute truth, and therefore I strive to obey what He says in scripture. As Hintze reminded us that God has His way of communicating to us through the Bible and in addition, he also commands that we follow His way of communicating to others. This is best described in Ephesians 4:29 (NIV) which states “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen”. As I communicate to my instructor(s) and fellow colleagues,

On the first day of class when Dr. Lavender explained the concept of a noetic structure, I knew this class wouldn’t just be a Sunday morning sermon. The idea that we all have our own personal unique story and are searching for a second story to guide and shape us makes quite a lot of sense to me. When I was a young child, I went to church with my parents because I had to and not always that I wanted to. Now that I am older, I have the choice to do so and therefore it holds so much more meaning. I am very thankful that this class explains biblical text in an easy to comprehend manner, so I can form my beliefs not just on what others have told me, but what God says and commands. This class will be challenging for me in that there are some areas

God. Growing up in a Christian family I attended church on a regular. I was educated about the importance of the bible directly and indirectly through my pastor and family. We all learn of the Ten Commandments, the consequences of sin and ways to handle life.

Geese Blackboard Post - This was another interesting assignment that helped connect the bible to my everyday life. As, I stated before, I am not a stranger to the bible, but I was stunned to see all of the everyday activities the bible discussed. I often returned to specific elements of the bible (Psalms 23), to assist me when I am down. However, after this course I was able to become better acquainted with the bible and its content on everyday life. This course assignment was instrumental in me reading the bible and finding out about friendship and forgiveness.

After reading the books The Call and Engaging God’s World I have learned a lot of information that will be bringing me closer to God and his work and commitment to us, his followers here on earth. The books were very informative and educational to a person gaining information on becoming a Christian as well adding information to an existing Christian in faith. The books have many passages that touch your heart and really make you think about your actions and words we have towards others in today’s times we live in. I feel there are many things we can learn in these books that were assigned in this semesters books. It was a lot of work to read these books as well as maintain four classes, but I am grateful for the opportunity to have been asked to read the books and gain the information I did from doing so.

Throughout the entirety of this course, I was able to truly think critically and deeply about faith, God, death and meaning. This section of Logos was extremely meaningful for me because I think it is so important to have faith in something higher in order to find true meaning in life. I choose to live my life in a way that is significant for me because I do not want to depart this world without leaving something behind. Legacy is important to me, but so is finding meaning within myself. The works we read, watched and discussed guided and challenged my reflections so I could develop a clearer understanding of my quest for meaning.

One of the major things that I took from the readings is the process of approaching the scripture. I have always been what I thought was a stickler for the scriptures, and learning what they are trying to communicate, however as I have spent time reading “Bible Study That Works”, and “Inductive Bible Study” I am beginning to discover that I am merely a novice when it comes to studying the scriptures. I have always thought it was important to approach the scriptures from an objective set of lenses, so that one is not miss-interpreting the scriptures, but I did not realize how important the inductive process was to studying.

Generally speaking this course led me to contrast the Wesleyan doctrine with specific questions raised by opposing theological viewpoints. The real world scenarios presented in the weekly assignments provided valuable context to the application of biblical interpretation to answer questions concerning details of the hope Jesus has promised. These inquiries ranging from limits of justification and gifts, to the biblical truth regarding the Church here and in the next life, will continue to be of great value as I am utilized to make disciples of all people.