This is What the Bible Means to Me

We’ve all heard this statement in Bible study and in everyday conversations. But is this statement true? Can the Bible be subjective to each individual? Some would say this statement is a result of a relativistic and postmodern philosophy.  However, both interpretations can’t be right can they? They are as right as a person being both Hindu and Christian at the same time.  Both can be authentically sincere, but one is sincerely wrong. The text can Never mean today what it didn't mean when it was written.

So how can you best understand what the Bible means?
   1. Use Hebrew/Greek Language resources

           2. Understand the passage contextually (history/culture
           3. Know the literary style
       4. Understand the Bible is a redemptive meta-narrative pointing to Christ.
       5. Compile a basic library of interpretation (commentaries, Word Studies, dictionary, concordance, study bible, etc.)

It’s not enough to just read the Bible, but to understand what it means.