THE UNAPOLOGETIC THEOLOGIAN

Rules of Biblical Interpretation

All too often our mind makes "leaps" in perspective or meaning which have never been said explicitly; have never been precisely laid out with specific facts. And, sadly, we can do that with scripture too. So it is vital to not go - beyond - what is actually said in a verse or passage, unless God places the truth in other scriptures. In this teaching we start to learn how to apply this rule . . . The Explicit will interpret the Implicit.

Scripture will interpret scripture is the first rule of interpretation; it is the "knee jerk reflex" every believer in Christ should use. In this teaching we show how to apply that rule to Ephesians 1:13, so we can reach the truth in God's word.

Practical application of the first rule of Biblical interpretation; Scripture will interpret Scripture. Using the verse Ephesians 1:13, Pastor Mike examines how other scriptures reveal the truth of being sealed by the Holy Spirit.

The first principle of interpretation is "scripture will interpret scripture". It should become a knee jerk reflex when we have a question about a passage, or verse, or statement. We should instantly find scripture that co - relate to the topic God is revealing to us.

Scripture is universal, given to anyone and everyone who will read it and receive from God. However, scripture is not open to our personal interpretation, it is God's truth and meant to be received as that trutn.

The two different words for "word" in the New Testament and what they mean. One describes the general, universal truth of God for all of us. The other is the specific, personal word of the Spirit to the individual saint.

The Holy Spirit, who is the author of the Bible, indwells each person who has received Jesus as Lord. Whtether you feel the Spirit, or understand all His workings does not mean He is not within you. Leanr to expect Him to reveal scripture unto you.

;Many people cry out to God "Please speak to me; they are sincere and heartfelt about they desire! Yet, God has spoken so much through His word, and it is right here for us daily to receive. This devotion is an introduction to scripture as God's word.