The Supremacy of Christ

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by Him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities--all things were created through Him and for Him. And He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. And He is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything He might be preeminent. For in Him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross.
(Colossians 1:15-20 ESV)

Monday, July 13, 2009

Knowing Scripture

I just finished a book that a friend gave me, titled Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul of Ligonier Ministries. R.C. talks about the importance of studying the Bible and interpreting it accurately and with fidelity to the Author's intent. The book contains six sections:
  1. Why Study the Bible
  2. Personal Bible Study & Private Interpretation
  3. Hermeneutics: The Science of Interpretation
  4. Practical Rules for Biblical Interpretation
  5. Culture & the Bible
  6. Practical Tools for Bible Study
R.C Sproul lays out the foundation in how the Bible should be studied so that we may avoid misinterpretations and misconceptions of certain texts that result in a distortion of sound doctrine, and instead, obtain a clearer understanding of the pure and life-changing Word of God.
Posted by Michael Chen at 2:12 PM
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