As a Christian it is a privilege to have access to the thoughts of God through the written Word, the Bible. Below are some resources for studying God’s Word which will help us get at the “single intent of the original author” which is the goal of good Bible interpretation. Not all Bible teaching is good Bible teaching and so each Christian should have a grip on the basics of Bible interpretation so he or she can be discerning. Click the links below to see the product on Amazon.
Bible Resources
The ESV (English Standard Version) study Bible gives indepth understanding of the Bible through scholarly commentary of passages. It also includes over 50 theological articles, maps, charts and illustrations. It provides comprehensive book introductions and has cross-references and a concordance. It maintains a conservative , evangelical perspective aiming to provide faithful interpretation of the Scripture based on historical-grammatical methods. Wayne Grudem is the editor.
Edited by Don Carson, this comprehensive study Bible includes extensive study notes and has a particular emphasis on biblical theology helping the reader to understand the overarching story of Scripture and how each part of the Bible fits into God’s redemptive plan. The 28 theological articles at the end of the Bible are worth the price of the book covering topics such as the kingdom of God, covenant, and the temple. These articles provide a deep dive into the themes that unify the Old and New Testaments. It also has book introductions and outlines as well as maps, charts and illustrations. It uses the New Internation Version of the Bible.
Gordon Fee and Douglas Stewart put together a highly-regarded guide to interpreting the Bible accurately and responsibly. They aim to equip readers with tools to understand the Bible’s literary genres and historical contexts.