The Bible Vs. Bible

        One of the most important things for every Christian to have the Bible. The Bible is the book that passes along the teachings of Jesus and other religious stories that have a strong background in Christian history. The Bible is split into two sections, the Old Testament and the New Testament. The Old Testament was the history of the Jews and the original commandments of God. The New Testament covers the life of Jesus. It has his teachings that

As Scott Duvall and Daniel Hays state in Grasping God’s Word, every copy of the Bible today is a translation, “unless everyone wants to learn Hebrew and Greek (the Bible’s original languages)… (Duvall and Hays 23). This being the case, people may debate which translation is more accurate; however, the best way to understand the Bible is by reading several different translations and comparing them to one another. The main reason several translations helps people grasp the full meaning of Scripture is because some translations are word for word, which is the formal approach in translation and gives a reader the closest possible words from when the text was written. On the other hand, the more functional approach in translation is thought for

The Bible can be interpreted in a literal form ( i.e. direct instruction) or figurative form (i.e. poetical language). How one interprets the bible either by direct instruction or poetic language depends on how they were taught (Graham, 2009). There are two different categories professed and controlling beliefs in which a person operates within. A professed belief is generated by a formal verbal instruction which usually results in one’s behaviors not fully match with their beliefs. A controlling belief is generated by experiences that most often lead to one’s behaviors closely matching their beliefs because of what they perceive as truth (Graham,

Generally, I find the theology behind the numerous aspects of the Bible not only, helpful, but also fascinating. Learning about the four different views about God’s role in the inspiration of the Bible makes me more aware of the theology behind certain doctrines and principles I may not have been aware of. This unit has forced me to tear down my assumptions about the Bible and go into the Bible with a new perspective of innocence. Through having an open-mind I am able to have important conversations with people, about the Bible, from all Christian backgrounds. Additionally, learning about the multitudes of translations of the Bible, and how they fall into three distinct categories, has helped me understand there are different purposes and intended audiences for each translation of the Bible. Before, I struggled with the fact that there were so many English translations of the Bible, but now I understand each one

The bible is an old book written a long time ago for an ancient audience. God is the divine author of the bible and he intended for us to be able to read and understand it, even in these current times. However, those ancient years in the time of the roman empire was were Christianity, as we know it, began its first steps. For this to happen, the authors who were inspired, had to make sure that their audience could understand and relate with their words. While we have learned to translate the language of the bible over the years the words and meanings are still the same. Which is why it is important to understand the context in which the Bible was written.

The Bible is a way of communication. According to the KJV of the Bible, “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and, training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work,” ( 2 Timothy 3:16-17). In this day and age the Bible can somewhat be see ass text messages between you and God. Many Christians go to the Bible when they are having hard times in life, feeling discouraged, lost, mad, etc. Isaiah 40:31 King James Version (KJV) is believed to be a good verse for encouragement.

To truly know and grow with the Creator, one must spend time with the “love letter” He inspired for His Creation. That letter, which I affectionately call love letter, is the Bible. When I was in school and I would get a love note from a young lady, I wouldn’t just sit it down somewhere to collect dust. Instead I would take it, store it in a safe place, and come back to read it over and over again.

These Biblical references help define the underlying meaning of the

As a person throughly studies the Words of God found in the Bible, one would find that there are many topics and doctrines contained within. One of the major doctrines or teachings found in Scripture is prophecy. Around 28 percent of the Bible is classified as prophecy. The men who wrote these prophecies did not write based off what they thought would happen. Neither did they write them after the events that were predicted took place as some critics of the Bible would claim. These men were inspired by an omnipotent, omniscient God Who knew the events that would take place in the world. After all, “Prophecy is written foreknowledge of the omniscience of our omnipotent God”

As individuals, in this community, they do not have to listen to only one person talk about God’s word, and have to belief what they hear. They can perform individualism, reading the bible for themselves and interpreting what they feel God wants them to read. Through this freedom to read the word of God for themselves. The people can share their ideas on what the verses in the bible are trying to interpret, and come to a better understanding, within themselves, on what their purpose in life is.

Understanding the what the bible is trying to convey to us is important. The reason why we should study and understand the Old Testament is because it is very influential in the formation of many nation, cultures, and civilizations along with helping to find how we can implement the teachings of social justice within our

how to understand the book of the Bible and how to understand the text in a better way or form.

The second question is extremely important. As disciples, the Bible should be our reference for all issues we face in life. It’s critical that we understand the Bible in view of the overarching narrative of the whole story rather than viewing it as a collection of snippets of advice. For example, Jeremiah 29:11 is often translated as a verse that relates to an individual’s bright future. People quote Jeremiah 29:11 and use it as an assurance that life will work out in the end for their good. In reality, Jeremiah 29:11 is a verse directed at the entire nation of Israel essentially saying that deliverance will come, but it won’t come for another 70 years. We need to read the Bible to discover what it’s saying to us. We can’t use the Bible to proof text and create the

The bible was written as an account of what many viewed that God had accomplished so his actions and words could be passed on for generations. Some believe it is a literary account and some believe it is a historical account. The word of God in the bible comes in many forms and is left up to interpretation by the reader. Some believe that the word of God should be the only word and should be strictly followed. Some believe that the words are meant as a guideline to help us through life. Whatever your belief is you can always seem to find the meaning behind your belief through the word of God in the Bible.

Biblical Interpretation is important and necessary so that we can understand what the text is saying, what the intended theological message is, and how to personally apply and teach these Scriptural truths to carry forward the Gospel in rescuing others from despair and death to hope and life, thus displaying His glory and growing His Kingdom. It is about finding what God is revealing about Himself and His Son Jesus Christ. Moreover, it is for us to know that God desires to have a relationship with us and for us to be set apart in a covenant relationship with Him to display holy lives that bring Him glory. Interpretation, using hermeneutical principles, help guide us in proper boundaries for interpreting Scripture so that we can reveal the intended meaning of the text. Without this, we run the risk of imposing our own ideas on the text, therefore misinterpreting. Misinterpreting can cause us to miss theological truths, administer the wrong application, and neglect or overlook the meaning of the text which weakens the impact of God’s truth in our personal lives as well as others we are teaching.