Interpretation: Context How to Study the Bible Unlocking the Truths of the Word of God Week 4 - Sept 15, 2011 Interpretation: Context And He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures. (Lk 24:45)

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The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; Psalm 19:7-11

The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes; The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. Psalm 19:7-11

More to be desired are they than gold, Yea, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them Your servant is warned, And in keeping them there is great reward. Psalm 19:7-11

“The Method” Observation What Does it Say? Interpretation What Does it Mean? Application What Do I Do?

Interpretation C Content Context C Compare C Consult C Christ C How do we Interpret? 5 “C”’s C Content - Words, Definitions, etc Context C - Around verse, culture, etc Compare C -Other scriptures, Theology Consult C -Commentaries, Sermons, etc Christ C -See Jesus, how it points to

“Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions OBSERVATIONS - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry?

Observations Interpretations Applications “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry?

“Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions OBSERVATIONS - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry? Interpretation: Content (Words) Jesus Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ Wept δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears

Observations Interpretations Applications “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry? Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Jesus Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: Wept A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears

“Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions OBSERVATIONS - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry? Interpretation: Content (Words) Jesus Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ Wept δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears

Jesus Wept Interpretation: Content (Words) Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ Wept δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears Interpretation: Context Interpretation: Compare

Observations Interpretations Applications “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry? Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Jesus Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: Wept A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears

Observations Interpretations Applications “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) - See humanity of Jesus, human emotions - Weeping is not a bad thing...can be good, Godly - What makes God cry? Ἰησοῦς Iēsŏus, ee-ay-sooce´ - translates as “Jesus” 972 times Jesus = “Jehovah is salvation”. Jesus Our Savior, Lord, God and Christ δακρύω dakruō, dak-roo´-o; to shed tears: Wept A distinction must be drawn between dakrúō and klaíō. The verb weep as a loud expression of grief is klaíō, where dakruo speaks of shedding a tear or tears Interpretation: Context Interpretation: Compare

Interpretation Content C C Context C Compare Consult C Christ C How do we Interpret? 5 “C”’s Content C - Words, Definitions, etc C Context - Around verse, culture, etc C Compare -Other scriptures, Theology Consult C -Commentaries, Sermons, etc Christ C -See Jesus, how it points to

C Context - Around verse, culture, etc What is Context? Interpretation Websters Dictionary defines context as: (1) the parts of a written or spoken statement that precede or follow a specific word or passage, usually influencing its meaning or effect: (2) the set of circumstances or facts that surround a particular event, situation, etc When you take something out of its context, you can get the entirely wrong understanding of what is being said....it happens all the time in our lives

C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Interpretation C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Verses taken out of context is one of the most common errors Bible students and teachers make Every verse has a context that God gave us the truth in...and helps determine what God said and means

C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Examples Matthew 18:20 Interpretation C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Examples Matthew 18:20 Jeremiah 29:11

C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Interpretation C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Just ask the question - what is the context ? 1) Read the Verses around it 2) Identify the sentence and paragraphs with your verse. Follow train of thought How do we determine the context? Warning - NIV changes the sentence and paragraph structure from the original languages.

Look for the Sentences v.1-3 v.3-6 v.7-10 v.11-12 v.13-14 v.15- 21 v.22 Ephesians 1

Look for the Paragraphs Ephesians 1

Look for the Paragraphs v.1-3 v.3-6 v.7-12 v.13-14 v.15- 21 v.22 - Greeting - Bless God, who blessed with every blessing - In Him we have.... - In Him we have trusted - Prayer in light of blessings - God over and above all! Basic thought of each Ephesians 1

Context – – Eph 1 A. Our possessions in Christ (1:1–14) I. Doctrine: The Believer’s Blessings in Christ (1–3) A. Our possessions in Christ (1:1–14) 1. From the Father (1:1–6) 2. From the Son (1:7–12) 3. From the Spirit (1:13–14) B. Prayer for enlightenment (1:15–23) Wiersbe, W. W. (1997, c1992). Wiersbe's expository outlines on the New Testament (534). Wheaton, Ill.: Victor Books.

Context – – Eph 1 II. God’s Purpose for the Church (1:3–3:13)      I.     Salutation (1:1, 2)     II.     God’s Purpose for the Church (1:3–3:13)       A.     Predestination in Christ (1:3–6a)  B.     Redemption in Christ (1:6b-10)  C.     Inheritance in Christ (1:11–14)  D.     Resources in Christ (1:15–23) MacArthur, J. J. (1997, c1997). The MacArthur Study Bible (electronic ed.) (Eph 1:1). Nashville: Word Pub.

Context – – Eph 1 I. THE BELIEVER’S POSITION IN CHRIST (Chaps. 1–3) A. Salutation (1:1, 2) B. Paul’s Praise to God for the Blessings of Grace (1:3–14) C. Paul’s Thanksgiving and Prayers for the Saints (1:15–23) MacDonald, W., & Farstad, A. (1997, c1995). Believer's Bible Commentary : Old and New Testaments (Eph 1:1). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.

C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Interpretation C Context - Around verse, culture, etc Just ask the question - what is the context ? 1) Read the Verses around it 2) Identify the sentence and paragraphs with your verse. Follow train of thought 3) follow train of though in Chap, Book How do we determine the context? 4) What is the Cultural & Historic context of this verse? 5) Write out a Summary statement of paragraph of what the context is

Lets Practice Interpret Philippians 4:19 If you only read this verse, what would you think it means What is the context of this verse? How does the context give clarity to what this verse is telling us?

Homework What is Context important? How do we interpret by Context? Interpret Rev 3:20 by Context Interpret Matt 7:1 by Context Interpret Matt 16:19 by Context Bonus Daily, pick one verse to observe & interpret words and context

Interpretation: Context How to Study the Bible Unlocking the Truths of the Word of God Week 4 - Sept 15, 2011 Interpretation: Context And He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures. (Lk 24:45)