The Exegetical Process

Tod Kennedy, last rev. March 10, 2019 History: The facts of history or historical background pertinent to the Bible section under study. Context: the relationship to the paragraph, chapter, book, argument of the book, other Bible books, to the Bible as a whole, and to God’s plan for creation. This includes a preliminary outline. Text:…

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Study and Teach Guidelines

Summary of Study and TeachTod Kennedy, handed out to teen class 3.21.21Condensed exegetical Process emphasizes gaining and preparing the content of study for understanding and teaching.1. Observe the Text—what it says?2. Why did the author write this?3. Interpret the text—what it means?4. Apply the text and answer so what? What to do? Study a Word…

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