Category Archives: How to . . . ?
Saturday Short Thought: Taught by the Spirit (with Reeves Quote)
Here’s a concern I feel needs to be addressed as the week comes to an end: “When we just prayerfully look at the Bible text, then the Spirit can direct us and teach us.” (Implication: if you look at “the … Continue reading
The Preacher & Commentaries: Gathering Conversation Partners
Commentaries are conversation partners. They are not gurus who must be silently listened to and obeyed. They are not an equal panel of experts who deserve equal time at the microphone. And they are certainly not fools to be left … Continue reading
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The Preacher and Commentaries: They Shouldn’t Be Out Alone
Commentaries should not be out alone. It’s much safer if they travel in groups of at least two. Let’s say that I have done my work in the text and want to interact with a commentary. I turn my chair … Continue reading
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The Preacher & Commentaries: Don’t Lump Them All Together
I’d like to offer a few thoughts on the use of commentaries. There are some extreme views around in Christian circles. For instance, some seem to suggest that commentaries should be avoided at all costs, as if they have a … Continue reading
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