Sermons on Exegesis
If you are following along in your study book, then you know that this week we will be thinking about a psalm of imprecation (aka an imprecatory psalm). We will specifically be looking at Psalm 55 and its historical context—the rebellion of his son, Absalom.I believe that Psalm 55 is unique in that it provides…
The Book of Psalms is one of the most beloved and most often-read books of the Bible. Bible commentator James Johnston wrote: “Many of our favorite songs and hymns are portions of a psalm or a paraphrase. We go to the Psalms when we’re laughing and when we’re crying. Amazingly, they often say what we…
Every follower of Jesus Christ attempts to understand and apply God’s Word to his life. This is not necessarily an easy task! There are principles that we must follow for properly handling the Word of Truth—the Bible. The process of discovering the meaning of Scripture objectively is called exegesis. In this passage, Paul challenges believers to use the Bible for what God intended—reproof, rebuke, teaching and training in righteousness—not for debating, arguing and babbling on incessantly. Understanding and applying the Bible properly is hard work that should not be taken lightly.