Determine what the passage meant to the original biblical audience. Focus: Grammar, historical context, and literary genre. 2. Measuring the Width of the River
💡 is the foundation; if you miss what it said , you will never understand what it means . Grasping God's Word: A Hands-On Approach to Rea...
Principles must be reflected in the text and consistent with the rest of Scripture. 4. Consult the Biblical Map Action: Cross-check the principle with the whole Bible. Determine what the passage meant to the original
The book addresses the "theological river" that separates modern readers from the original biblical audience. This gap includes differences in culture, language, time, and situation. 🗺️ The Five-Step Interpretive Journey 1. Grasping the Text in Their Town Observe the text carefully. if you miss what it said