Four ways of understanding the BiblePart 4 - Flourishing This year, I want to learn how to study the Bible focused on Jesus, and it will have 4 parts. Jesus Context Fruitfulness Flourishing I put "People being allowed to flourish" into AI, and this is what came out. Flourishing. It has different meanings to different …
Tag: Bible
Understanding the Bible Contextually
Four ways of understanding the BiblePart 2, Context This year, I want to learn how to study the Bible focused on Jesus, and it will have 4 parts. Jesus Context Fruitfulness Flourishing 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's …
Explore Four Approaches to Understanding the Bible
Four ways of reading the Bible - Advent 2025 I'm a logical person, and I wholeheartedly believe that while logic is a great starting point, it’s just the beginning of the journey to truly hearing God's word through scripture. There are exciting ways to gain a deeper understanding, and I’m thrilled to share my experiences …
Continue reading Explore Four Approaches to Understanding the Bible
Jesus, Worship, and the Spirit: Insights from John 4
Where is God worshipped? Who is Jesus? part 47 - John 4:16-26 Where is God worshipped? Many people think of a church or cathedral. When they want to worship, they go to a place. While it's true that people gather to worship, others prefer to be alone. Some may meditate quietly in a room, while …
Continue reading Jesus, Worship, and the Spirit: Insights from John 4
Exploring Erotic Imagery in the Song of Solomon
Innuendo—Song of Songs 3:6-5:1 The Song of Solomon, Part 3 In the Song of Solomon, there are many erotic images, such as caresses and deep kissing, with references to tasting the beloved's mouth. Beyond that, the meaning of some metaphors about love is unclear, but some are obvious. This post is for adults, so if …
Continue reading Exploring Erotic Imagery in the Song of Solomon
The Song of Solomon: A Study of Romantic Poetry
Embarrasment The Song of Solomon, Part 1 Where do I begin with this topic? It's sure to be controversial. After exploring the poetry of the Psalms, I examined other Biblical poetry and songs. The Song of Solomon, a collection of erotic love poems, naturally arose. How should I view the eroticism in a book that …
Continue reading The Song of Solomon: A Study of Romantic Poetry
The Significance of A Ransom Paid to the Father
Understanding atonement Lent 2024 - Part 4, A Ransom to the Father This Lent, I reflect deeply on the profound significance of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection, exploring the various theories embraced or historically cherished by Christian churches. I realize that this journey reveals a rich tapestry of beliefs and interpretations. It's important to acknowledge …
Continue reading The Significance of A Ransom Paid to the Father
Lectio Divina—Review
Advent 2023—Lectio Divina part 8 This Advent I am going to look at the practice of Lectio Divina, mostly because it is my favourite form of prayer and meditation. Lectio Divina means "Divine Reading" in Latin. It is a systematic way of reading the Bible dating back to the early centuries of the Christian church. …
Jesus didn’t say that the Bible would guide you into all the truth
"Jesus didn't say that the Bible would guide you into all the truth; he said the Spirit would." These words, by Jared Byas @jbyas on Twitter had me intrigued. I have always sat between these two positions, being Protestant, Evangelical and Charismatic. Protestant The five solas of Protestantism are Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, Solus Christus, …
Continue reading Jesus didn’t say that the Bible would guide you into all the truth
Happiness, joy and blessings – Psalm 128
Prosperity and suffering. It is often easier to read songs about prosperity like this than it is to read songs ranting about injustice or laments, at least it is for some people. For other people it is the other way round, they are living the rants and laments but find the prosperity psalms difficult. Psalm …
Making an ass of myself 