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Getting the Point

In John 5:39-47, we explore the difference between merely knowing the Bible and truly understanding its message. Many people approach scripture as academics, debaters, haters, or rule-followers, often missing the deeper meaning of faith and its application to real life. The Bible is designed to lead us to Jesus, encouraging us to seek understanding and connection rather than just knowledge. This journey involves practical tips to avoid shoe-horning interpretations, engage with rich stories from the scripture, and see the heart of God as revealed through Jesus.

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Getting the Point

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  1. Getting the Point John 5:39-47

  2. Viola Violin

  3. above all, The Scriptures, lead us to

  4. Perception • Picture someone who… “KNOWS THEIR BIBLE”

  5. ACADEMIC Ivory Tower Detached from “real life” DEBATER Quotes Bible to make a case/prove HATER Quotes verses on sin to condemn others RULE-FOLLOWER “Goody-2-Shoes” Boring, repressed

  6. Distinction Knowing the Bible vs. Understanding the Bible

  7. ACADEMIC Ivory Tower Detached from “real life” “I’m smart” DEBATER Quotes Bible to make a case/prove “I’m right” HATER Quotes verses on sin to condemn others “I’m good” RULE-FOLLOWER “Goody-2-Shoes” Boring, repressed “I’m safe”

  8. Direction • The Bible leads us to Jesus… • John 5:39-40 • Luke 24:27, 44-45 • Matthew 5:7 • Luke 4:16-21

  9. ACADEMIC Ivory Tower Detached from “real life” “I’m smart” DEBATER Quotes Bible to make a case/prove “I’m right” HATER Quotes verses on sin to condemn others “I’m good” RULE-FOLLOWER “Goody-2-Shoes” Boring, repressed “I’m safe”

  10. Practical Tips • NO SHOE-HORNING!

  11. Practical Tips • Story-Reading Random STORY

  12. Practical Tips • Glimpsing MOSES LAMB KING DAVID

  13. Practical Tips • Needing

  14. Practical Tips • Hoping

  15. above all, The Scriptures, lead us to

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