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Part 2 | Hermeneutics & Part 2 | Hermeneutics & Why Christians read the Bible & come to different theological conclusions?

Part 2 | Hermeneutics & Part 2 | Hermeneutics & Why Christians read the Bible & come to different theological conclusions?27 Jun25 min

Why do sincere Christians read the same Bible and come to different theological conclusions?

In Part 2 of this series, we're exploring **hermeneutics**—the science and art of interpreting Scripture—and why it serves as the foundation for our theology. We'll walk through the history of biblical interpretation, discuss how different hermeneutical approaches shape doctrines like Covenant Theology and Dispensationalism, and look at how culture has influenced the way Christians have read the Bible throughout history.

We discuss: • What hermeneutics is and why it matters • How hermeneutics shapes your theology • Covenant Theology vs. Dispensationalism • The major eras of hermeneutics • The influence of Greek philosophy, the early church, the Reformation, and modern culture • Why context is essential when reading Scripture • How to approach God's Word with humility while seeking the author's original intent

This series is about allowing Scripture to challenge our assumptions—not forcing Scripture to fit our culture or traditions. My hope is that these conversations encourage you to think critically, study deeply, and grow in your understanding of God's Word. *"But solid food is for the mature, who because of practice have their senses trained to discern good and evil."* — Hebrews 5:14