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Every illustration is tagged by theological lens so you can find content that resonates with your congregation's tradition
The orthodox, historical consensus of biblical interpretation.
“What is the most widely accepted and historically grounded understanding of this text?”
Reading scripture through liberation, equality, and advocacy for the marginalized.
“How does this text speak to issues of justice, equality, and the liberation of the oppressed?”
Interpreting the Bible through the framework of God's mission to restore His kingdom and bless all nations.
“How does this passage reveal God's mission to redeem and restore all of creation?”
God's absolute sovereignty, covenant theology, and Westminster Confessional standards.
“How does this text display God's sovereign grace and purpose, and ultimately bring glory to His name?”
God's universal love, the necessity of a personal response to grace, and the importance of holy living.
“How does this text call for a personal decision of faith and empower the believer to live a holy life?”
The sharp distinction between Law and Gospel, and salvation through Christ's work alone.
“Where do we hear the voice of the Law exposing our need, and the voice of the Gospel comforting us?”
Reading scripture in unity with Sacred Tradition and the teaching authority of the Church.
“How does this passage illuminate and cohere with the deposit of faith handed down through Sacred Tradition?”
Radical discipleship, pacifism, and the church as a distinct counter-cultural community.
“How does this text call the community of faith to live as a distinct, counter-cultural witness to the Kingdom?”
The immediate, experiential work of the Holy Spirit and the expectation of spiritual gifts.
“How does this text reveal the present-day work and power of the Holy Spirit?”
Seeing all of scripture as ultimately pointing to the person and work of Jesus Christ.
“Where is the "red thread" in this passage that leads us to Jesus?”
Reading Scripture as a path to Theosis — deification and union with God.
“How does this passage draw us into the mystery of God and guide us on the path of theosis?”
Liberation, exodus, and prophetic justice rooted in the African American church tradition.
“How does this text speak to the experiences of suffering, hope, and liberation within the Black community?”
Scripture, Tradition, and Reason — the "three-legged stool" — seeking the via media.
“How do we faithfully interpret this text using the wisdom of Scripture, Church tradition, and God-given Reason?”
Individual soul liberty, congregational autonomy, and the priesthood of all believers.
“How does personal faith commitment and local church autonomy shape our Christian life?”
The present-day operation of all spiritual gifts and the experiential dimension of the Holy Spirit.
“How is the Holy Spirit actively manifesting His power and gifts in the church today?”
God's distinct programs for Israel and the Church across dispensations, with focus on biblical prophecy and end times.
“How do we rightly divide Scripture to understand God's unfolding plan for Israel, the Church, and the nations?”
God's preferential option for the poor and oppressed, with salvation as liberation from all forms of oppression.
“How does the Gospel liberate the oppressed and challenge unjust structures in society?”