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Nov 1, 2011 · Wesley’s commitment to reading the Bible in light of the trinitarian (and other) themes affirmed in the Apostles’ Creed is embodied in his advice: “In order to be well acquainted with the doctrines of Christianity you need but one book besides the New Testament—Bishop [John] Pearson On the Creed” (Telford, Letters, 4:243). Thus, Wesley’s self-description as a “man of one Book ...
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The basic starting point for anyone is simply to begin reading. This is the first step in coming to know God as he revealed in Scripture. When Jesus corrected the Sadducees for their mistaken doctrine concerning the resurrection, Jesus said to them, “You are wrong, because you know neither the Scriptures nor the power of God” (Matthew 22:29). For J...
The Bible teaches that the things of God are spiritually discerned (2 Corinthians 2:14). This means that the Holy Spirit is what makes understanding the Bible possible in the first place. He illuminatesthe meaning of the text for us. Paul prayed for the church at Ephesus that “the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, s...
There is a principle of biblical interpretation that says, scriptura sacra sui ipsius interpres. This means “Scripture is its own interpreter.” Notice that in the proclamation of the gospel, the apostles always referenced the Old Testament (see “How the New Testament Uses the Old Testament“). On the road to Emmaus, Jesus used Scripture to reveal hi...
After doing considerable reading across Scripture, it is important to stop and reflect on what is being revealed about God and what it means for today’s reader. This affords us time to break from gaininginformation to focus ourselves once again on formation. Part of the meditation process is asking in our own spirit, What does this mean for me? Thi...
This step may perhaps be interchangeable with the previous one. John Wesley probably wasn’t laying out a strict step-by-step guide. So regardless of whether you choose to “consult” or “meditate” first, both are critical. After familiarizing ourselves with the biblical text, it is important to consult with other readers of Scripture in your communit...
What would be the point in learning the Bible if not to share it with others? Recall that proclamation is at the heart of the Christian faith, and the missional thrust of the Bible compels us to share our faith with others. John Wesley believed this to be his imperative. You don’t need be an official teacher nor hold an office in the church to proc...
Sep 12, 2019 · Wesley also always read the scripture with a goal of recapturing the witness and vigor of the early or "primitive" church as it appears in the New Testament. Wesley, says Watson, was always using doctrine and scripture to inform each other. Originally published on David F. Watson's blog. Republished with permission by Ministry Matters Aug. 14 ...
Nov 5, 2014 · In Wesley, Wesleyans, and Reading Bible as Scripture (Green and Watson, ed.s.), Maddox observes how John Wesley himself read the Bible, with an eye to hinting at how we might follow Wesley's lead. Wesley's practices which Maddox unpacks in his chapter are: 1. Reading the One Book comparatively in its many different versions 2.
Aug 19, 2020 · In John Wesley’s terms, Mom wanted to “search the scriptures,” one of the means of grace. We hoped that God might provide guidance and comfort at a time of great uncertainty. In her simple question, Mom raised powerful theological issues: What are the conditions under which a person can “search the scriptures” and encounter therein the living God?
Yes and no. In Hebrews, perfection refers to the anticipated learning outcome of the letter’s robust exposition of Christ. There are two important elements of the context within which we receive this biblical catchword. First, “go on to perfection” (6:1) is the Preacher’s pivotal exhortation of his pivotal warning (5:11–6:12). Every ...
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The Wesley Bible Studies series is a powerful tool that God’s Spirit can use to reveal his truth in you—to form in you a deeper holiness of heart and life. Wesley Bible Studies: Matthew Excerpt. Wesley Bible Studies: Mark Excerpt. Wesley Bible Studies: James Excerpt. All Wesley Bible Studies Series books are available in both print and ...
