
Understanding God's Word
An Introduction to Interpreting the Bible
Jon Nielson(Author)
Crossway Books (Publisher)
Published on 11. February 2025
Book
Hardback
144 pages
978-1-4335-8743-6 (ISBN)
Description
An Accessible Guide to Biblical Interpretation by Pastor Jon Nielson
A faithful believer will spend their lifetime interpreting God's word. But when confused by ancient and complex texts or led astray by small-group discussion, readers are at risk of making faulty conclusions and unbiblical applications. How can Christians correctly interpret and faithfully apply Scripture to their lives the way God intends?
This helpful guide presents 6 hermeneutical tools and demonstrates how to use them effectively in personal or small-group Bible studies. These tools are designed to help Christians read carefully and in context, identify core themes and main points, discover Christ in each passage, and respond faithfully within their own lives. Part of the Theology Basics series, this guide by author and pastor Jon Nielson makes biblical interpretation clear, meaningful, and practical for those looking for a highly accessible guide to studying God's word.
Clear Language and Easy-to-Follow Methods: Ideal for new Christians, students, homeschool groups, or anyone wanting a highly accessible guide to biblical interpretation; perfect for individual or group study
Practical Tools: 6 hermeneutical tools to incorporate in personal or small-group Bible studies
Part of the Theology Basics Series: A collection of books and study guides to introduce students to systematic theology, biblical theology, and biblical interpretation
Companion Workbook and Video Series Sold Separately: Invites further interaction with the text to integrate study with application
A faithful believer will spend their lifetime interpreting God's word. But when confused by ancient and complex texts or led astray by small-group discussion, readers are at risk of making faulty conclusions and unbiblical applications. How can Christians correctly interpret and faithfully apply Scripture to their lives the way God intends?
This helpful guide presents 6 hermeneutical tools and demonstrates how to use them effectively in personal or small-group Bible studies. These tools are designed to help Christians read carefully and in context, identify core themes and main points, discover Christ in each passage, and respond faithfully within their own lives. Part of the Theology Basics series, this guide by author and pastor Jon Nielson makes biblical interpretation clear, meaningful, and practical for those looking for a highly accessible guide to studying God's word.
Clear Language and Easy-to-Follow Methods: Ideal for new Christians, students, homeschool groups, or anyone wanting a highly accessible guide to biblical interpretation; perfect for individual or group study
Practical Tools: 6 hermeneutical tools to incorporate in personal or small-group Bible studies
Part of the Theology Basics Series: A collection of books and study guides to introduce students to systematic theology, biblical theology, and biblical interpretation
Companion Workbook and Video Series Sold Separately: Invites further interaction with the text to integrate study with application
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Wheaton, IL
United States
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 218 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
277 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4335-8743-6 (9781433587436)
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E-Book
01/2025
Crossway
€11.23
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Person
Jon Nielson (DMin, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) serves as the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church of Wheaton in Wheaton, Illinois. He is coeditor of the book Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry and author of the Theology Basics series. He and his wife, Jeanne, have four children.
Content
Introduction
Chapter 1: Basics of Bible Study
Chapter 2: The Context Tool
Chapter 3: The Courtroom Tool
Chapter 4: The Crux Tool
Chapter 5: The Construction Tool
Chapter 6: The Clarity Tool
Chapter 7: The Cross Tool
Conclusion
General Index
Scripture Index
Chapter 1: Basics of Bible Study
Chapter 2: The Context Tool
Chapter 3: The Courtroom Tool
Chapter 4: The Crux Tool
Chapter 5: The Construction Tool
Chapter 6: The Clarity Tool
Chapter 7: The Cross Tool
Conclusion
General Index
Scripture Index