History and Letters Discussion

Joe Week IV

Joe Week IV

by Joe Amini -
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After listening to the lecture, share your thoughts on the following:

What does the phrase "Theologized History" mean? How does viewing the narrative parts of the Bible in this way change how we interpret them?  The phrase Theoloqized History is understanding the scripture through the church of the past, understanding their setting and accounts in order to interpret scripture for us. Viewing scripture through this lens allows us to understand how it was meant to be read or heard and ultimately applied. By doing so we are able to give a closer accurate interpretation for us to apply to our culture. 

Which of the characteristics or principles of biblical letters was new to you? How does that principle inform your understanding of these letters? Feel a bit strange here, but having been around Bible studies and books for a bit I can't say that too much has been new to me through this particular experience but have valued deeply the refreshment. 


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by Jim Damman -
Joe (the man) Amini - I LOVE how you used the word "refreshment" and here is why: you have reminded me (yet again) that the Bible is not a text to be relegated to a bucket-list checkbox. We do not "one and done" the Bible. Rather, scripture is meant to be revisited often so that it may refresh our spirits. BRAVO!
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by Audrey Morris -
Hi! I just wondered if you had any Bible study or book recommendations since you mentioned that the content is familiar? Do you have a preferred author or book that you found to be helpful in your understanding of Biblical writing?
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by Joe Amini -
Hey Audrey, I love anything by NT Wright, Tim Keller, CS Lewis, Dietrich Bonhoeffer.
For books reading the Bible for all it's worth, misinterpreting scripture through western views, and across the spectrum, these are some of the ones I like.
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by Audrey Morris -
Just wanted to say "Thank you" for the recommendations. I spend a lot of time driving & audiobooks are a huge blessing. I didn't realize how many CS Lewis & Dietrich Bonhoeffer were on Hoopla. Thanks!