Out of Context: Understanding the Bible in Context

Out of Context! Understanding the Bible in Context Are you reading the Bible correctly? The Bible is the inspired Word of God–but what happens when it is misunderstood, misquoted, or taken out of context? Many well-meaning Christians unknowingly misinterpret key Bible verses, leading to faulty theology, misplaced expectations, and spiritual confusion. Out of Context! exposes some of the most misused and misapplied Bible verses and explains their true meaning using proper biblical interpretation (exegesis). Whether it’s “I can do all things through Christ” (Philippians 4:13) or “Where two or three are gathered” (Matthew 18:20), this book will challenge popular misunderstandings and help you read Scripture the way it was meant to be understood. What You’ll Discover in This Book: The difference between exegesis and eisegesis–reading what the Bible says vs. reading into it. How to properly interpret the Bible using sound hermeneutics. How emotionalism and personal experiences can lead to misinterpreting Scripture. The top misquoted Bible verses–and their actual meaning in context. Why doctrinal errors arise and how to test all teachings against Scripture. Does the Bible really say what we think it does? This book encourages Christians to be like the Bereans (Acts 17:11)–to examine the Scriptures carefully and not just accept teachings at face value. Whether you’re a Bible teacher, student, or a believer seeking truth, this book will equip you with the tools to handle God’s Word accurately and avoid common interpretive mistakes.