Moving quickly from principle to practice, Vern Poythress helps us rethink how we interpret the Bible by showing us the implications of entering into God's presence as we study. This handbook outlines distinct steps for practicing faithful biblical interpretation by focusing on our fellowship with the God who speaks to us through his Word.
"Everyone familiar with Poythress's theological reflections knows that he is one of the brightest minds of our day. His reflections will challenge and inspire." RICHARD L. PRATT JR., President, Third Millennium Ministries
"Poythress has done readers a great service by providing an easy-to-understand guide to the complexities of biblical interpretation. Here is a trustworthy and practical guide for anyone interested in reading the Bible faithfully." BRANDON D. CROWE, Associate Professor of New Testament, Westminster Theological Seminary
"Poythress has given the church a truly comprehensive guide to reading and appropriating Scripture. This unique resource explains both the first steps for beginners and the theological, philosophical, and linguistic foundations for sophisticated interpretation."
DAN DORIANI, Vice President of Strategic Academic Projects and Professor of
Theology, Covenant Seminary
"This book exemplifies a radical, refreshing alternative to mainstream methods of biblical interpretation-an approach controlled at every point by the Bible's claim to be the very Word of the ever-living, ever-present God." DENNIS E. JOHNSON, Professor of Practical Theology, Westminster Seminary California