A seminary professor once taught our class the most important rules of biblical interpretation: “When interpreting the Bible, remember that it was written a long time ago, in countries half a world away, where the people spoke a different language and practiced different customs.” On Sunday we looked at how to ask the right questions and find the illuminating answers. This introduction to our new series sets the stage for learning about how important it is to examine verses in their context, but also how any follower of Jesus can study the Bible at a deeper level.
The Lord is My Shepherd
What does it mean for the Lord to be our Shepherd? According to David in Psalm 23, it means that we shall never be in want of anything. We will be made to slow down, quiet down, and sit down. Our souls will be restored and whole, like they were designed to be from the beginning. We shall not fear evil or death – no matter what we’re facing. Many of us know the Psalm… Let’s make sure we know the Shepherd.
