Curriculum
- 8 Sections
- 51 Lessons
- 2 Weeks
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- Introduction – The Doctrine of Scripture2
- Lesson 1 — The Inspiration of ScriptureA concise study of how God breathed out His Word and used human authors to communicate divine truth.7
- Lesson 2 — The Authority of ScriptureAn overview of why Scripture stands as the final and supreme authority for faith, doctrine, and life.8
- 3.1Learning Objectives
- 3.2The Source of Biblical Authority
- 3.3The Bible as the Final Rule of Faith and Practice
- 3.4The Authority of Scripture Over Tradition, Reason, and Experience
- 3.5The Authority of Scripture in the Life of the Believer
- 3.6The Unchanging Authority of Scripture
- 3.7Summary
- 3.8The Authority of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 3 — The Inerrancy and Infallibility of ScriptureA clear explanation of the Bible’s complete truthfulness and its inability to mislead or fail.10
- 4.1Learning Objectives
- 4.2The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture
- 4.3Defining Inerrancy and Infallibility
- 4.4The Basis of Inerrancy: The Character of God
- 4.5The Testimony of Scripture About Its Own Truthfulness
- 4.6Inerrancy and the Human Writers
- 4.7Common Objections to Inerrancy (and Responses)
- 4.8Why Inerrancy and Infallibility Matter
- 4.9Summary
- 4.10The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 4 — To Whom the Scriptures Are AddressedA brief look at the original audiences of Scripture and how that shapes interpretation and application.8
- 5.1Learning Objectives
- 5.2Scripture Is Written For Everyone, but Not All Scripture Is Written To Everyone
- 5.3The Three Primary Audiences in Scripture
- 5.4Examples of Audience-Specific Passages
- 5.5Why Audience Matters for Interpretation
- 5.6Scripture Is Unified, but Not Uniform
- 5.7Summary
- 5.8To Whom the Scriptures Are Addressed10 Questions
- Lesson 5 — The Purpose of ScriptureA focused study on why God gave His Word — to reveal Himself, transform lives, and equip believers.11
- 6.1Learning Objectives
- 6.2Scripture Reveals God
- 6.3Scripture Reveals God’s Will for Humanity
- 6.4Scripture Reveals the Way of Salvation
- 6.5Scripture Teaches Doctrine
- 6.6Scripture Corrects and Reproves
- 6.7Scripture Trains and Equips Believers
- 6.8Scripture Provides Comfort, Hope, and Encouragement
- 6.9Scripture Protects Against Deception
- 6.10Summary
- 6.11The Purpose of Scripture10 Questions
- Lesson 6 — How to Interpret Scripture (Hermeneutics Basics)An introduction to the essential principles of sound biblical interpretation and responsible study.11
- 7.1Learning Objectives
- 7.2What Is Hermeneutics?
- 7.3The Bible Must Be Interpreted Literally (Unless the Text Indicates Otherwise)
- 7.4Scripture Must Be Interpreted in Context
- 7.5Scripture Must Be Interpreted According to Audience and Covenant
- 7.6Scripture Interprets Scripture
- 7.7The Role of the Holy Spirit in Interpretation
- 7.8How to Interpret Scripture (Hermeneutics Basics)0 Questions
- 7.9Avoiding Common Interpretation Errors
- 7.10The Goal of Interpretation: Obedience
- 7.11Summary
- Final Examination – The Doctrine of Scripture1
What Is Hermeneutics?
What Is Hermeneutics?
Hermeneutics is the science and art of interpreting Scripture correctly.
- Science — because it follows rules
- Art — because it requires skill, wisdom, and spiritual sensitivity
The goal of hermeneutics is simple:
To understand what God meant by what He said.
Misinterpretation leads to false doctrine, confusion, and spiritual error. Proper interpretation leads to truth, clarity, and spiritual maturity.