Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God Engaging in Scripture | Cover to Cover: Unpacking The Intimate God
Feb 12, 2024
In a thought-provoking discussion, Alan Kraft, an author and pastor known for 'The Intimate God', joins KJ Tencza and Jenny Hooten to explore engaging with Scripture. They candidly address the challenges of reading the Bible, discussing cultural barriers that make it seem distant. Alan emphasizes viewing Scripture through Jesus' lens, cautioning against legalistic interpretations. With practical reading strategies and a focus on allowing Scripture to transform us, they inspire listeners to dive deep and wrestle with the Word until it blesses their lives.
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Scripture Is Deep, Not Simple
- The Bible is a complex library shaped by many cultures and centuries, so engaging it can feel difficult.
- Acknowledge its difficulty but dive beneath the surface to discover deep richness.
Read Scripture Through Jesus
- Use Jesus as the primary lens to read Scripture because he valued and fulfilled the Old Testament.
- Seeing texts through Jesus changes how we interpret and apply biblical passages.
Avoid Pharisaical Legalism
- Let Scripture point you to Jesus or reveal your need for him, avoiding legalistic readings.
- Approach hard Old Testament passages with humility and remember progressive revelation.
