Bible Study

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Bible Study, avoid speculation.

There is much religious division in the world today. Much of this division is caused by the speculation of people reading scripture. And, those who are held up as 'Bible scholars' can be among the most speculative people.

"What did Paul think when he said...?" If his thoughts are not revealed in Scripture, we do not know. Why spend time and effort seeking an answer which is not provided. Do note that what Paul spoke and wrote he was speaking by inspiration, God was speaking through him (1 Corinthians 14:37; Galatians 1:6-12).

"What did God think about...?" "Why did God do that, or allow that?" Unless God reveals His own thoughts we cannot know. Do realize that God may express thoughts on a matter in a different text of Scripture. That is a valid presentation of truth, but always give the Scripture reference when giving that thought. Just do not press what is written to mean something which is not revealed. Read 1 Corinthians 2:10-11). And remember that our thoughts are not God's thoughts (see Isaiah 55:8-9).

I encourage you to ask for the Biblical reference for each point made by a teacher, preacher and friend. Be respectful, be kind, but be insistent. If the person is speculating, ask the person to not speculate on matters but to simply speak what the text reveals. This will help us to focus on truth rather than opinion.

“Added to them” is quoted interesting. Consider the following

Greg Weston Bible Studies Added To Them

Continuing studies in Galatians.