teaching

Teaching for “Wonder”

Since the Bible is about human life in the presence of God, it follows that teaching the Bible confessionally is not primarily a matter of conveying historical information. The teacher’s task is to impart the information and the conceptual framework, but even more, the imaginative skills for wondering fruitfully about the ultimate facts of life: [...]

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Reverence for Preachers and Hearers

The early church father, Hilary of Poitiers wrote this about his self-understanding as a biblical preacher. I’m challenged by his attitude toward Scripture … The Apostle, who instructs us on many things, also teaches us that the word of God must be treated with the greatest reverence, saying ‘whoever speaks [let him speak] as uttering [...]

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The Lord Be With You … And Also With You

A regular part of the liturgy in many Christian gatherings, this phrase is not something that has been a part of my (low-church protestant) worship experience. I think I’ve been missing out. As with all “traditions,” words like this can become lifeless Tradition, hardened in stone, uttered in droning tones … thoughtless. However, think of [...]

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New Testament Commentaries: Compiling a Community Resource

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I’d like to form a resource for teachers, preachers, and students of the Bible.  What are some of the most helpful commentaries or study resources for the 27 books of the New Testament? Please respond in the comments with the book, name of the commentary series (if that applies), and the author.  A sentence or [...]

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