Bible Interpretation, Student Workbook, SW05

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B I B L E I N T E R P R E T A T I O N

b. Matt. 17.5

c. John 1.17-18

d. 2 Cor. 4.3-6

5. Scripture must be read illumined by the Spirit.

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a. 2 Pet. 1.20-21

b. Mark 12.36

c. Acts 1.16

d. Acts 3.18

E. Overview of the “Three-Step Model” of biblical interpretation

1. Understand the original context and situation: a passage cannot mean what it never meant .

2. Find general principles: the Spirit reveals universal truths in the Word of God binding on the mind, the conscience, and the will .

3. Make connection and application: the Word of God is to be believed and obeyed, not merely analyzed and studied .