Pastoral Studies

Rightly Dividing the Word

This course is a study of the methodology of Scriptural interpretation with special emphasis on the role of context in the study and interpretation of Biblical content.

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Course Description

The Bible may be referred to as the ultimate guidebook. It offers guidance in virtually every area of life. Whether one is interested in marriage and home, career and business, personal development and individual relationships, or spiritual living and eternal destiny, the Bible presents a clear path for one to follow. Through its teachings, proverbs, and anecdotes, one can find wisdom for the journey and models for successful living.

Rightly Dividing the Word deals with the importance of discovering the spiritual truths set forth in Scripture and applying them to one’s daily life. Just as important as reading the Bible, is the skill of properly interpreting its meaning. Through word studies and various methodologies, Rightly Dividing the Word guides the reader in ways to understand the true meaning of various Biblical passages. It also emphasizes the authority of the Word and the believer’s need to treat it with respect.

Course Lesson Titles

Lesson 1: The Authority of the Bible
Lesson 2: Introduction to Bible Hermeneutics (Part 1)
Lesson 3: Introduction to Bible Hermeneutics (Part 2)
Lesson 4: The History of Biblical Interpretation
Lesson 5: Examples of Prophetic Reinterpretations
Lesson 6: New Testament Interpretations of the Old Testament
Lesson 7: Premodern Through Postmodern Interpretation
Lesson 8: Step-by-Step Interpretation of Scripture
Lesson 9: Inductive Bible Study (Part 1)
Lesson 10: Inductive Bible Study (Part 2)
Lesson 11: Communication
Lesson 12: Special Literary Methods (Part 1)
Lesson 13: Special Literary Methods (Part 1, Continued)
Lesson 14: Special Literary Methods (Part 1, Continued and Part 2)

Lesson 15: Lexical-Syntactical Analysis (Part 1)
Lesson 16: Lexical-Syntactical Analysis (Part 2)
Lesson 17: Lexical-Syntactical Analysis (Part 3)
Lesson 18: Lexical-Syntactical Analysis (Part 4)
Lesson 19: Contextual Analysis: The Legitimacy and the Pitfalls of Historical-Cultural Investigation
Lesson 20: The Ideological World of the Bible: Judaism
Lesson 21: The Ideological World of the Bible: The Bible and Other Cultures
Lesson 22: Historical-Cultural and Contextual Analysis: 1 Corinthians
Lesson 23: Theology and Hermeneutics: The Issue of Inspiration
Lesson 24: Theological Interpretation in Context:
Lesson 25: Pentecostal Hermeneutics (Part 1)
Lesson 26: Pentecostal Hermeneutics (Part 2)
Lesson 27: The Integrity of the Bible
Lesson 28: The Pertinence of the Bible