Episode Description
How should we interpret the Bible—and what goes wrong when biblicism takes over?In this episode, Max Botner explores biblical interpretation, critiques biblicism, and offers a faithful, embodied approach to reading Scripture. Drawing on historical awareness, theological reflection, and lived practice, this conversation invites viewers beyond simplistic approaches and into a richer, more responsible engagement with the Bible.In this episode, we cover:- Why the greatest obstacle to biblical interpretation is failing to recognize that interpretation is always happening- A critique of biblicism and the distortions it introduces into reading Scripture- The myth of democratic perspicuity and why interpretation requires dependence on others- The importance of historical and cultural context in responsible exegesis- A four-part model for faithful, embodied biblical interpretation- The role of community, tradition, and self-awareness in reading the Bible well- How to hold together the divine and human dimensions of ScriptureGrab Your Copy of How Then Shall We Read? A Student's Guide to Interpreting the New Testament 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802883842?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzmaxbotne-20&creativeASIN=0802883842&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1Z0VC22LJXOFX&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asinBecome a member of the Center for Bible Study! 👉https://give.ministrylinq.com/App/Form/d96bbdb5-197e-4a2d-820c-e3e4e3683e06Join the