Reflections on the Psalms is in my opinion not one of Lewis’ better works. It actually took a bit of willpower to finish the book, despite its brevity (approx. 140 pages). I cannot remember whether I have commented on this before, but regardless it is worth repeating. I respect Lewis more for his insight into [...]
Posts Tagged ‘hermeneutics’
30 Apr
The Mission of God: Part 1
Summary of the Book Christopher J. H. Wright’s book, The Mission of God is on the one hand an example of a biblical theology of mission. However, the book is more than an examination of a specific biblical theme; rather it is an attempt at finding and demonstrating the theme that unites Scripture. Wright himself [...]
6 Dec
Taking the Old Testament to Task: Getting Our Bearing, Part 1
“Criticizing the Bible?” This is the somewhat typical remark I get from people when I tell them about my class entitled “Old Testament Criticism.” For those who have grown up in conservative evangelical homes the words “criticism” and “Bible” do not mix. They are like oil and water. The reasons for this are myriad, some [...]
6 Oct
Random Thought for the Day
We need to read, interpret and understand the principles of the Old Testament on its own terms. However, when we apply we should apply in light of the current dispensation. When we read the New Testament, our interpretation and understanding of what it is saying in its own context should be informed by our reading [...]
