The Bible: Understanding Scripture
We interpret God´s Word (the Bible)
literally, accepting its truths as recorded. From this perspective we believe
God performed every miracle and supernatural work as indicated in the Bible.
For example, we believe in the creation of the universe and
man as stated in Genesis. We also believe the Flood and the
ark, the feeding of 5,000, the parting of the Red Sea, the
many judgments for sin, and the healing were actual events.
Furthermore, we believe events outlined in the final book,
Revelation, will transpire in the near future.
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FACTS
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The basic rule for a literal interpretation
of the Scriptures, and whether or not a figure of speech was intended
by the author is when we recognize that a word or phrase can be
used either plainly (denotatively) or figuratively (connotatively).
We do this in our daily conversations. One might say of a person
"He kicked the bucket yesterday" (connotative), or, "He died yesterday"
(denotative). The former, using a figure of speech, is a more colorful
expression but both literally communicate the same thing. Either
way the context determines the interpretation.
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