Exploring Current Priorities in Pentecostal Theology and Hermeneutics
Delve into the nuanced approaches of interpreting Scripture within Pentecostal theology and evangelical historical contexts. Reflect on the role of the Spirit in illuminating the text and the potential pitfalls of subjective interpretation. Discover strategies to promote Spirit-inspired readings while avoiding personal biases in biblical interpretation.
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THEOLOGICAL VITALITY Part 2: Current priorities within Pentecostal theology/hermeneutics How should we be interpreting the Scripture/doing theology as a Fellowship today and moving forward?
CONVERSATION Discuss the following . . . 1. As you prepare sermons, does your approach to interpreting Scripture lean more toward a traditional Pentecostal reading or an evangelical historical critical approach? Why is this your preferred approach? 2. When we read Scripture, is the work of the Spirit restricted to illuminating the message the author intended to convey?
CONVERSATION Discuss the following . . . 3. How can we ensure that a Spirit-inspired reading of Scripture does not end up interpreting the text to mean whatever we want it to mean? 4. How do you encourage your people to interpret the Bible well?
