Why do different preachers from different churches interpret passages differently? They serve the same God, receive the same faith, experience the same salvation, have the same desire and sincerity, are guided by the same Holy Spirit, but they derive different interpretations. The goal of interpreting the Word of God is to determine God's meaning. Nonetheless, we make our own choices of what God means as we determine what is right in our own eyes. It is apparent we choose conclusions to the best of our own abilities. Consider some of the contributing factors that explain why men of God differ in their understanding of some Scriptures. First, a depraved nature is unstable and has no rooting in a single truth. Second, different people know different things. Third, interpretations will differ due to differences in memory. Fourth, understanding Biblical definitions and fundamental truths are necessary to interpreting Bible stories and instruction correctly.
Continued in part 2.
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----------CONTENT---------- 0:00 Why The Godly Come To Different Conclusions 03:34 God's Meaning Is The Only Right Meaning 05:32 Choosing Our Own Way 9:20 The Difference In Interpretation Skills 13:23 Reasons For Different Interpretations 16:27 The Influence Of A Depraved Nature 20:39 Differences In Knowledge 24:55 Differences In Memory 25:57 Lacking Correct Meanings of Words and Topics
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Dr. Patrick Briney is an author, speaker, scientist, minister, and teacher of practical Christianity worldwide. He serves as the first associate pastor for Mission Blvd. Baptist Church. Blending over forty years of ministry experience as a missionary/pastor with professional...
