Interpreting the Bible

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Interpreting the Bible Rev. Jasper Tumuhimbise ASCK 20th, November 2016

INTERPRETATION Is a science and and an art meaning to: 1. Understand what the text saying, 2. Translate the information, 3. Explain the message to audience.

Target Audiences -Your self PRIMARY Others SECONDARY

6 Steps to Interpret the Bible Literal Illuminate Grammar Historical Teacher Scriptural Harmony

Step 1 Literal A common and persistent myth about the Bible is that it has hidden meanings. It may use symbolic and figurative speech but go for plain and obvious meaning. Mat 7:3 (….plank in your eye) Except 11 Chapters of Genesis, Prophecy; Apocalyptic books…the rest are plain

Step 2 Illuminate The presence of the Holy Spirit helps us to know the mind of God the author and source of the written word (Bible). God’s intention is to save mankind. 2 Tim 3:16…. all the scriptures. The Spirit helps us to interpret the meaning, current application, purpose is clarified. Do you have Him? John 16:7,8,13,15..

Step 3 Grammar Words convey thoughts. God’s thoughts are through His word. Most often we pick one verse and cling on it without looing at the grammar. Look at the tense and the verses behind or after the verse…. Jer 29:11- …I know the plans… Apply the whole text!

Step 4 Historical Look at historical context. Ruth vs Boaz a kinsman redeemer, the place of marriage and culture, socio-economic issues and any historical matter. Luke 1:3 and Acts 1:1

Step 5 Teacher Approach the Bible as one book where you want it to teach you. One historical event can carry many applications in our modern context. Application(s) builds a bridge to a timeless principle. John 12: Mary anointed Jesus….The lesson is we are willing to sacrificially give our most expensive resource to God.

Step 6 Scriptural Harmony Scripture interprets scripture. The Bible interprets itself. Hard texts requires you to look at the overall picture or doctrine of the bible. Never allow misinterpretation to crowd your mind. Mat 1:18 Talks about God confirming a word about Jesus to Joseph…

Conclusion The purpose of the Bible is to lay down the Salvation plan for you and me and it is also a blue print for proper relationships both vertical and horizontal. Is it your guide, will you make it your lamp and light in a darkened world? God richly bless you.