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Approaching The Bible - Part 1 “Interpreting and Applying, Example: Circumcision” - The first lesson sets some
foundational truths to ensure you approach the Bible with the right mindset. It was Miles Coverdale that gave us some words
of wisdom when he translated the first english Bible. He said we should set out the principle that in interpreting Scripture one should "take
account not only of what is written but of whom, to whom, with what words, at what time, to what intent, with what circumstances, and
considering what goes before and what comes after." It is therefore important to take note of the context within which particular
statements in Scripture are made. This lesson touches on these truths and primarily focuses on the variables of “who” and “time”.
There are four groups of people identified in scripture: Jews, Gentiles, God Fearers, and Gentile Pagans. The timeframes in the Bible can be
divided into six portions, three in the Old Testament (Genesis 1-12, Abraham to Exodus, and Moses to Malachi) and three in the New
Testament (Gospels, Acts Period, and Post Acts Period). The lesson ends in looking at Circumcision through the different timeframes and
how it changes in the Old Testament, Acts Period, and finally the Post Acts Period.   Be sure and listen now. Be sure and download the slides as well.
Approaching The Bible - Part 2 “Example: The Sabbath” -The second lesson looks at another example with the Sabbath. In the Old
Testament, it was important in keeping a day of rest and if not kept, had very severe penalties
associated with breaking that law. What happened in the New Testament and even now, in the Post
Acts period with the Sabbath? Do you keep it? This study looks at the role of keeping the Sabbath in
the Old Testament times, also in the Gospels and the Acts, as well as how it impacts our lives today. Click here to listen now. You should also download the slides as well.
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 Michael Penny presented this material
during a seminar that was held in Oklahoma City on October 12-13th, 2005. Mike was invited to present a
study based on a book he wrote entitled “Approaching The Bible”. This
series was presented over two evenings that included Powerpoint presentations for each lesson. The
audio was combined with the slides for presenting on RightDivision.com. You may want to order the book from the Open Bible Trust as well.
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Approaching The Bible - Part 3 “Example: Miracles” -The third lesson in this series looks at a more controversial topic of Miracles and
healing. There are may denominations that have adopted the miracles movement and utilize healing, tongues, and miracles. Unfortunately, they
do so in ignorance not knowing where or why these were applicable for Israel. This lesson looks at the miracles in its
proper context and shows how we have moved into an age of grace where these no longer have any endorsement by God.
God can heal but He has not given that power to any one here on earth. There was a time when He did. What changed? Click here to find out. Be sure and download the slides for this lesson as well.
Approaching The Bible - Part 4 “Example: Prayer” - The forth lesson studies the subject of
prayer and how it has changed in the time periods covered in the New Testament during the Gospels
, the Acts period, and the Post Acts period. We learn that prayers go from a definitive perspective to
a petitionary perspective. Meaning, most prayers were said with a “will” in them to ones that have
“may” in them. The Apostle Paul shows us in his prayers of Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians. Click here to learn more. Like the other lessons, be sure and download the slides for this lesson.
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Approacing The Bible Audio/Video Series
