Principles related to Figures of Speech:

1.     Every passage has only one meaning to discover. Sometimes the meaning is addressed directly, and sometimes it is stated indirectly through figures of speech.

2.     The interpreter should assume that a passage uses a non-figurative language unless this assumption creates an absurdity or the general context indicates otherwise.

3.     The BIble may overstate a truth in the physical realm to help the reader grasp a spiritual…

Principles related to individual words and grammar:

1.     The meaning of any Bible term is only the one the original author intended.

2.     The definition of any term must be consistent with its use in the phrase in which it is found.

Principles related to Immediate and Book contexts:

1.     The mean8ing of a phrase must be consistent with the sense of its immediate context.

2.     The interpretation of a passage must be consistent with its usen the…

Presuppositions about the Task of the Interpreter:

1.     The preaching and teaching of the Word of God, correctly interpreted, is crucial to maintaining a biblically sound church.

2.     There are universally accepted laws of understanding communication that apply to the interpretation of the Bible as well.

3.     The ONLY valid interpretation and application of the BIble passage must be consistent with the writer's original intent.

4.     All principles and…

1.     Thou shalr not seek any interpretation other than the one intended by the original author.

2.     Thou shalt not replace the Word of God with personal experiences, church creeds, or human traditions.

3.     Thou shalt not misuse the names of the Bible by dogmatically calling any doctrine Biblical that is not clearly taught in Scripture.

4.     Remember Sunday to keep it for prayer and final thoughts on the sermon. Six days are available to prepare for Sunday's…

Then the devil taketh him up into the holy city, and setteth him on a pinnacle of the temple, And saith unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down: (MATT 4:5-6)



The anointing, God's grace and favor aren't just a privilege, but a huge responsibility. This responsibility isn't just limited to touching lives, but being able to combine the anointing and God's grace on our lives with the…

If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread. (Matt 4:3)



Those who blessed the world in all times, lived for something much more than what the average man lives for. They were truly in the world, but not of the world in their values and perspective. 



Before Jesus actually began his earthly ministry, he was tested by the devil to turn the grace of God in his life, meant to save mankind into something for…

Leaders are those who are willing to take the risk to help get others to where all need to be. Leaders come from everywhere and out of every background. Leaders are those who know in their heart that a certain thing needs to be accomplished, and they come to a point where they cannot wait any longer, They know in their hearts that something must be done ! At that point, they take a deep breath and say, '' I will try with all my heart to do it !'' There always are risks involved, including…

You have the opportunity of faith, which has the ability to bring everything together in a comprehensive evangelism strategy through Sunday School. God has proved over and over that when He is working His will, He can take what looks like a hopeless, empty situation and turn it into a miracle to bless multitudes and glorify Himself. All God wants for is willing peoples.

This week THE UPPER ROOM presents the topic of the "Revival of Ministry" as William and Alysyn Griffith address the core and essence of ministry and service. William delivers a message on the contemporary threat to ministry within and without the church and discuss what it means to…

AWM Anger Management Recovery Program Agenda Session 2  -  Part 2B - Mar 25, 2014

1. Start session with prayer – ask Holy Spirit to give you…

Dearly Beloved,

YOU WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE

“This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Woe to the shepherds of Israel who only take care of themselves! Should not shepherds take care of the flock? ...I am against the shepherds and will hold them accountable for my flock. I will remove them from tending the flock so that the shepherds can no longer feed themselves. I will rescue my flock from their mouths, and it will no longer be food for them” (Ezekiel 34:2, 10…

What is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?

Today's lesson from the Remnant Church Bible Institute is on that very subject.  Join us for today's lesson from Remnant Church Bible Institute!

"First Things First", "The Baptism In The…

Even if all biblical interpreters conscientiously used a consistent hermeneutical system, there would still be a variety of opinions because of the differences among the interpreters' abilities and backgrounds. Such differences are inevitable and must be accepted, but four characteristics are required of a student of the Bible who would 'accurately divide the word of truth.…

When you hear and think of all the other churches that use FAITH, you will know that it is the precious body of Christ in those churches actually touching individual lives and meeting individual. '' The participants are busy, imperfect laypeople from all walks of life who have their own struggles. Even so they and their Churches have put first things first and have been gloriously blessed in the process .

Join us as Evangel Pacific Radio presents 'The Upper Room', Thursday at 1:00PM PST. This week the topic will be 'BROKENESS TO GLORY'.…