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Understanding and Using the Bible

Understanding and Using the Bible

Understanding and Using the Bible
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Understanding and Using the Bible

Understanding and Using the Bible

Overview

Understanding and Using the Bible is an engaging and exciting introduction to biblical methods and practices of study, edited by two trusted teachers in collaboration with a diverse array of contributors.

Part one explores key Christian beliefs about the Bible and why it matters, guides effective use and application of the Bible in different cultural and social contexts, and encourages readers to take the Bible as a whole and build a biblical worldview. Part two illustrates applied Bible use in different contexts with contributions from a variety of authors.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781451499629
Publisher: 1517 Media
Publication date: 07/01/2015
Series: International Study Guides
Pages: 256
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

Christopher J. H. Wright taught Old Testament at Union Biblical Seminary, India, before returning to All Nations Christian College, UK, where he was principal. Wright is now international director of the Langham Partnership International and on the staff of All Souls Church, Langham Place, London, England.


Jonathan Lamb is on the staff of Langham Partnership International and the author of several books.

Table of Contents

Contributors vii

The International Study Guides ix

Preface xi

Introduction xiii

Part 1 Understanding the Bible

Introduction 3

1 Understanding the Bible as the word of God Christopher J. H. Wright 8

2 Understanding the Bible as the words of human authors Christopher J. H. Wright 21

3 Understanding the Bible as a whole Christopher J. H. Wright 36

Selected reading 54

Part 2 Using the Bible

4 Using the Bible devotionally for life Jonathan Lamb 57

5 Using the Bible in evangelism Ajith Fernando 71

6 Using the Bible in groups Catharine Padilla 85

7 Using the Bible in the context of Islam Ida Glaser 102

8 Using the Bible in oral cultures Steve Evans 122

9 Using the Bible with women Emily Onyango 138

10 Using the Bible in the family as a guide for life Anthony King Lang Loke 152

11 Using the Bible in preaching Jonathan Lamb 167

Index 185

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