Most people who read the Bible do so without a clearly defined goal. It is better to study the Bible with a more defined purpose in mind, for its subject matter and its intended meaning.
Methods of Bible Study
EXEGETICAL INSIGHTS: Pastors Say, “In the Greek Or in the Hebrew, it means this …”
"Preachers always have to be careful trying to make sweeping theological conclusions based on the lexical meanings of Greek or Hebrew words. Lexical meanings alone rarely settle those kinds of issues. Simply appealing to, "In the Greek (or in the Hebrew), it means this" is almost always not a good argument for whatever theological point you are trying to make." - Professor Gary Yates. Is this true?
JOHN 1:1 The θεὸς Dilemma of “a god” or “God”?
John 1:1 is all about capitalization and the tiny word “a,” which in grammar is called the indefinite article. And yet, this clause has been the most debated verse for centuries. So, was the Word “God” or “a god”?
Questions and Answers with Biblical Hebrew and Greek Scholars
An interview with Dr. Mark House and a question and answer with Dr. Ted Hildebrandt by Christian Publishing House (CPH). Mostly Biblical Greek will be discussed but the same principles apply to Biblical Hebrew.
EXEGETICAL INSIGHTS: Hebrews 2:1; 3:12 Avoid Drifting Away and Falling Away
Hebrews 2:1; 3:12 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 2 For this reason we must pay much closer attention to the things that have been heard, so that we do not drift away from it. 12 Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, in falling away from the living God.
EXEGETICAL INSIGHTS: Ephesians 2:8-9
As I have written in previous articles, a good English translation can go a long way in helping the reader of God’s word understand the text, but there are times where a consideration of the original language can help that same reader go even farther. One such text is Ephesians 2:8-10.
Examining the 1946 Bible Translation Claim: Was “Homosexual” a Mistranslation?
Analyze the 1946 RSV claim of mistranslating "homosexual" in the Bible, examining Greek terms and historical context for clarity.
What Profit Is There In Learning Biblical Hebrew or Greek? Much in Every Way!
Knowledge of the original languages can get you even farther. If you have the opportunity to learn the languages, take it. If you have learned the languages, use every opportunity to deepen your knowledge of them. If neither, learn to use responsibly the various study tools now available to help you in your study of God’s Word.
THE PASTOR IN HIS SERMON: “The English Says, …”
How many times have we been in church listening to the preacher do a good job expositing (explaining) the text? At some point, he says “Now, what the Greek actually says is…” At that pronouncement, the congregation grows a little quieter and a little more attentive. Why is that?
THE MOST PROFITABLE BIBLE STUDY
Many a one who is eagerly asking, “What method shall I pursue in my Bible study?” needs something that goes far deeper than a new and better method.
