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Studying the Bible - Observation

Plenty of resources are available to guide you through the process of studying the Bible accurately. This process has been summarized into three phases, the first of which is Observation. This resource condenses much of the material I've encountered during my studies in seminary and will provide you with excellent starting points to learn how to observe the text.

Document updated: March 27, 2012

Studying the Bible - Interpretation

After observing the text and taking note of the words and thoughts in the passage, you will be analyzing these observations during the second phase, Interpretation. While there are numerous principles of biblical interpretation that will help you understand the significance of your observations, this resource highlights the essential areas that you need to understand in order to interpret correctly. The well-organized tables and examples in this resource discuss how literary genre, context, key terms, and figures of speech impact your interpretation of Scripture.

Document updated: March 27, 2012

Studying the Bible - Application

Finally, the last phase of bible study if Application. It is useless and unhelpful to understand what the text means without understanding its implications on how you live. This resource provides you with some examples and questions to consider as you seek to apply the meaning of Scripture to your life.

Document updated: March 27, 2012

Observing the Text (Sample Observation)

The more time and effort you spend in observing a text, the more observations you will be able to gather. You'd be surprised at what you observe about a text, even though you had studied that same text years ago! This resource is a PowerPoint presentation that notes several observations from Colossians 1:3-8 (NIV). The types of observations made in this resource are described in the Studying the Bible - Observation resource listed above. Play the slideshow to see the observations made in sequence.

*Note: The font used in this resource may not be available on Macs.

Document updated: March 27, 2012

To God Be the Glory (2nd Ed.)

Paul writes, "Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God" (1 Cor. 10:31). If this is the case, then how can trivial and mundane activities such as brushing your teeth and playing basketball glorify God?

In this paper, I examine the Scriptural foundations of God's glory. After highlighting the definition of a Christian, worship, and God's glory, I explore how these concepts apply to your daily activities.

This resource is not free for public distribution. Please contact me if you intend on using this as something other than a personal resource.

Document updated: October 24, 2010

Questions for Guys Considering Dating or Courting

One of my mentors had asked me, "With this list of girls whom you could pursue and date, how do you sort through them and decide who to pursue?" This flowchart was derived from my reply. If there is a massive flowchart for how to conduct relationships in my mind, then this is a small corner of it.

Proverbs 4:5-7 repeatedly exhorts you to seek wisdom. The questions posed in this flowchart will help you begin thinking and acting wisely when considering relationships.

Document updated: October 31, 2010