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The speaker has been involved in both teaching and counseling for many years.
The speaker has been involved in both teaching and counseling for many years.
True
The discussion focuses solely on grammar, without any examples of caution in word study.
The discussion focuses solely on grammar, without any examples of caution in word study.
False
The speaker encourages students to ask questions about the content discussed.
The speaker encourages students to ask questions about the content discussed.
True
The speaker suggests that students should write down any questions in their notes for later reference.
The speaker suggests that students should write down any questions in their notes for later reference.
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The speaker has only collected examples from recent years of teaching.
The speaker has only collected examples from recent years of teaching.
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The speaker plans to discuss examples from Ephesians and their grammatical implications in detail.
The speaker plans to discuss examples from Ephesians and their grammatical implications in detail.
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The speaker has only taught in church environments without any seminary experience.
The speaker has only taught in church environments without any seminary experience.
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The speaker believes questions should be asked after the lecture only, not before.
The speaker believes questions should be asked after the lecture only, not before.
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The word 'kosmos' in John 3:16 refers to the system that has Satan at its head.
The word 'kosmos' in John 3:16 refers to the system that has Satan at its head.
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Discipline is necessary to avoid getting lost in connections while interpreting the Bible.
Discipline is necessary to avoid getting lost in connections while interpreting the Bible.
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Progressive revelation refers to the increasing understanding of scripture over time.
Progressive revelation refers to the increasing understanding of scripture over time.
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In 1 John 2:15-16, 'kosmos' refers to people that should be loved.
In 1 John 2:15-16, 'kosmos' refers to people that should be loved.
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The concept of 'porcupine preachers' refers to those who have a clear and focused message.
The concept of 'porcupine preachers' refers to those who have a clear and focused message.
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Sensitive interpretation involves considering the context of both the Old and New Testament.
Sensitive interpretation involves considering the context of both the Old and New Testament.
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Individuals at the time of Hosea would have understood the phrase 'out of Egypt have I called my son' in relation to a specific Messiah.
Individuals at the time of Hosea would have understood the phrase 'out of Egypt have I called my son' in relation to a specific Messiah.
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All words in scripture have only one meaning regardless of context.
All words in scripture have only one meaning regardless of context.
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The formation of the Church is indicated to occur in the Book of Acts.
The formation of the Church is indicated to occur in the Book of Acts.
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The Bible should be approached without any management or discipline in interpretation.
The Bible should be approached without any management or discipline in interpretation.
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Matthew 16:18 indicates that Jesus stated He would establish the Church.
Matthew 16:18 indicates that Jesus stated He would establish the Church.
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Context can change the meaning of a word significantly in biblical interpretation.
Context can change the meaning of a word significantly in biblical interpretation.
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The purpose of preaching is to cover as much content as possible without regard for focus.
The purpose of preaching is to cover as much content as possible without regard for focus.
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Understanding the original audience's perspective is unnecessary when interpreting passages.
Understanding the original audience's perspective is unnecessary when interpreting passages.
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Grammatical issues play a minor role in the interpretation of biblical passages.
Grammatical issues play a minor role in the interpretation of biblical passages.
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The main verb in a verse can be supported by participles that describe related actions.
The main verb in a verse can be supported by participles that describe related actions.
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Paul’s use of past tense in Romans 7:13 indicates he is only discussing his present experience.
Paul’s use of past tense in Romans 7:13 indicates he is only discussing his present experience.
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Context is irrelevant when interpreting individual biblical passages.
Context is irrelevant when interpreting individual biblical passages.
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Ephesians 5:18 contains a command that is enhanced by subsequent participles in verses 19 to 21.
Ephesians 5:18 contains a command that is enhanced by subsequent participles in verses 19 to 21.
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Scholars always agree on the interpretation of biblical passages.
Scholars always agree on the interpretation of biblical passages.
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Understanding the voice of verbs is unnecessary for biblical interpretation.
Understanding the voice of verbs is unnecessary for biblical interpretation.
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A contrast in a passage shows similarity between different concepts.
A contrast in a passage shows similarity between different concepts.
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Evading challenging grammatical issues is a point of caution in the study of biblical passages.
Evading challenging grammatical issues is a point of caution in the study of biblical passages.
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The analogy of faith principle supports the idea that the Bible contains contradictions.
The analogy of faith principle supports the idea that the Bible contains contradictions.
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Interpreting grammar involves identifying the mood of verbs used in passages.
Interpreting grammar involves identifying the mood of verbs used in passages.
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Understanding the main verb in a passage can significantly impact interpretation.
Understanding the main verb in a passage can significantly impact interpretation.
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The study of Greek and Hebrew is unnecessary for interpreting the New and Old Testament.
The study of Greek and Hebrew is unnecessary for interpreting the New and Old Testament.
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Participles in Ephesians 5:19-21 illustrate actions that flow from being filled with the Spirit.
Participles in Ephesians 5:19-21 illustrate actions that flow from being filled with the Spirit.
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Repeated use of the first person singular in Romans 7 signifies collective experiences rather than personal ones.
Repeated use of the first person singular in Romans 7 signifies collective experiences rather than personal ones.
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Ephesians 5:18 advises people to avoid drunkenness.
Ephesians 5:18 advises people to avoid drunkenness.
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Paul addressed the people at Ephesus without considering their historical background.
Paul addressed the people at Ephesus without considering their historical background.
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The historical background of a location can reveal connections to scriptural teachings.
The historical background of a location can reveal connections to scriptural teachings.
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Philippi was a Roman colony with its own set of cultural practices.
Philippi was a Roman colony with its own set of cultural practices.
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The philosopher Aristotle had no influence on the ethical teachings of Paul's audience in Philippi.
The philosopher Aristotle had no influence on the ethical teachings of Paul's audience in Philippi.
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The context of the book of scripture does not help in understanding its overall message.
The context of the book of scripture does not help in understanding its overall message.
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Paul's letters often emphasized the importance of the church's wealth and walk.
Paul's letters often emphasized the importance of the church's wealth and walk.
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Drunkenness in Ephesus was linked to the worship of Bacchus.
Drunkenness in Ephesus was linked to the worship of Bacchus.
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The construction of Babylon has no relevance to the context of the Old Testament.
The construction of Babylon has no relevance to the context of the Old Testament.
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Saddam Hussein's actions regarding Babylon had no historical significance.
Saddam Hussein's actions regarding Babylon had no historical significance.
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Reading journal articles can assist in understanding the historical context of scripture.
Reading journal articles can assist in understanding the historical context of scripture.
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The walk of a believer in Ephesians is presented in the first three chapters.
The walk of a believer in Ephesians is presented in the first three chapters.
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Understanding the cultural context of a passage is irrelevant for preaching.
Understanding the cultural context of a passage is irrelevant for preaching.
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Paul's teachings were completely disconnected from philosophical ideas of his time.
Paul's teachings were completely disconnected from philosophical ideas of his time.
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The historical context of Babylon differs between the Old and New Testaments.
The historical context of Babylon differs between the Old and New Testaments.
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A walk in unity emphasizes having different basic gifts given by Christ.
A walk in unity emphasizes having different basic gifts given by Christ.
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Paul describes the past walk of unsaved individuals as empty and dark.
Paul describes the past walk of unsaved individuals as empty and dark.
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A walk filled with the spirit involves speaking to one another and making melody.
A walk filled with the spirit involves speaking to one another and making melody.
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Ephesians 5:1 promotes a walk in light as a core theme.
Ephesians 5:1 promotes a walk in light as a core theme.
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Paul instructs believers to continue walking according to the old man.
Paul instructs believers to continue walking according to the old man.
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A walk in love is characterized by showing forgiveness as God has forgiven us.
A walk in love is characterized by showing forgiveness as God has forgiven us.
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Ephesians 6:10-20 describes the pieces of armor needed for spiritual warfare.
Ephesians 6:10-20 describes the pieces of armor needed for spiritual warfare.
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The theme of Ephesians can be summarized as a walk characterized by unity, love, and light.
The theme of Ephesians can be summarized as a walk characterized by unity, love, and light.
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Paul refers to only one specific type of filling throughout the book of Ephesians.
Paul refers to only one specific type of filling throughout the book of Ephesians.
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Chapter 1, verse 23 indicates that Christ fills all things.
Chapter 1, verse 23 indicates that Christ fills all things.
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Paul encourages believers to focus solely on the physical aspects of their walk.
Paul encourages believers to focus solely on the physical aspects of their walk.
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Ephesians 4-6 focuses on the interaction and unity among church members.
Ephesians 4-6 focuses on the interaction and unity among church members.
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The filling discussed in Ephesians 5:18 refers to the spirit of the congregation primarily.
The filling discussed in Ephesians 5:18 refers to the spirit of the congregation primarily.
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Submission in family life is an important theme discussed in Ephesians.
Submission in family life is an important theme discussed in Ephesians.
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Ruth Paxson described the book of Ephesians as the Grand Canyon of the Scriptures.
Ruth Paxson described the book of Ephesians as the Grand Canyon of the Scriptures.
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The Greek word for firstborn, prototikos, emphasizes Christ's sequence of birth over other beings.
The Greek word for firstborn, prototikos, emphasizes Christ's sequence of birth over other beings.
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Colossians 1:15 states that Christ is the firstborn of all creation, implying he is a created being.
Colossians 1:15 states that Christ is the firstborn of all creation, implying he is a created being.
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The phrase 'to walk in the Spirit' emphasizes ongoing behavior in the life of a believer.
The phrase 'to walk in the Spirit' emphasizes ongoing behavior in the life of a believer.
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The Hebrew parallelism in Psalm 89 and Colossians suggests that the firstborn has no greater rank than others.
The Hebrew parallelism in Psalm 89 and Colossians suggests that the firstborn has no greater rank than others.
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Romans 8:29 also uses the word prototikos to denote Christ's sequence in relation to other beings.
Romans 8:29 also uses the word prototikos to denote Christ's sequence in relation to other beings.
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The immediate context is unimportant when interpreting biblical verses.
The immediate context is unimportant when interpreting biblical verses.
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Those who have written commentaries on Colossians argue for the interpretation of Christ as a created being.
Those who have written commentaries on Colossians argue for the interpretation of Christ as a created being.
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The imagery of colors in the Grand Canyon inspired Ruth Paxson's reflections on the book of Ephesians.
The imagery of colors in the Grand Canyon inspired Ruth Paxson's reflections on the book of Ephesians.
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Ephesians discusses warfare with Satan as an essential aspect of the believer's walk.
Ephesians discusses warfare with Satan as an essential aspect of the believer's walk.
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The blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin.
The blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin.
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1 John 2, 1 states that believers should embrace habitual sinning.
1 John 2, 1 states that believers should embrace habitual sinning.
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One cannot find any instances of sin in the lives of believers.
One cannot find any instances of sin in the lives of believers.
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An advocate for believers, when they sin, is identified as Jesus Christ.
An advocate for believers, when they sin, is identified as Jesus Christ.
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The aorist tense in 1 John indicates ongoing or habitual sinning.
The aorist tense in 1 John indicates ongoing or habitual sinning.
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Dr. J. Vernon McGee claimed people in church said they hadn't sinned in years.
Dr. J. Vernon McGee claimed people in church said they hadn't sinned in years.
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There is no difference in tense between various verses in 1 John.
There is no difference in tense between various verses in 1 John.
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Confession of sins leads to forgiveness according to 1 John.
Confession of sins leads to forgiveness according to 1 John.
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Believers should expect to never sin once they are saved.
Believers should expect to never sin once they are saved.
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The concept of 'sin unto death' is discussed in 1 John 5.
The concept of 'sin unto death' is discussed in 1 John 5.
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Ephesians 5:18 encourages drunkenness as a way of life.
Ephesians 5:18 encourages drunkenness as a way of life.
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Understanding the will of the Lord is connected to being filled with the Spirit.
Understanding the will of the Lord is connected to being filled with the Spirit.
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The preacher in Dr. McGee’s anecdote was frustrated by a man claiming to have never sinned.
The preacher in Dr. McGee’s anecdote was frustrated by a man claiming to have never sinned.
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Proper interpretation of 1 John requires consistent understanding across its chapters.
Proper interpretation of 1 John requires consistent understanding across its chapters.
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Study Notes
Word Study Cautionary Examples
- Examples of caution in word study are gathered from years of teaching, ministry, and counseling.
- These examples highlight how people use God's Word incorrectly.
- Students should use these examples to guide further study.
- Students are encouraged to ask questions, note them, and discuss them with the professor.
Grammar
- Grammar is crucial in interpreting scripture.
- Apply grammatical concepts (tense, voice, mood, person) to passages like Ephesians 5:18.
- Example: Ephesians 5:18—analyzing verb tenses helps understand context (present vs past).
- Recognize potential different interpretations (e.g., past vs ongoing struggles in Romans 7).
- Focus on details, grasp the full passage, and meticulously support positions.
- Avoid slothfulness and engage in in-depth study to be prepared.
Context
- Look for consistency and harmony throughout the Bible.
- Other passages might provide valid interpretations.
- Exercise discipline to avoid wandering into irrelevant connections.
- Choose relevant connections that align with a specific message.
- Example: John 3:16 and 1 John 2:15-16—using the same word "cosmos" in different contexts reveals distinct meanings.
Progressive Revelation
- Recognize the progression of biblical revelation from Old to New Testaments.
- The greater light of the New Testament shapes our view of Old Testament passages.
- Example: Hosea 11:1—interpretations evolve as new biblical teachings emerge.
Historical Appropriateness/Background
- Consider time-specific historical context of passages.
- Example: Ephesians 5—the context of drunkenness in Ephesus might be crucial.
- Example: Philippians 4—knowledge of Aristotle and Roman culture might illuminate the passage.
- Example: Genesis context—researching Egyptian culture can enrich understanding of Joseph.
- Example: Babylon in Daniel—research into Babylonian history can illuminate the context.
Immediate Textual Context
- Analyze verses immediately before and after a passage.
- Look for patterns (e.g., positive vs negative contrasts) that provide insights for individual verses.
- Example: Ephesians 5:18—use the verses around it for interpretation.
- Consider the "flow of thought" across several verses, even whole chapters.
Context of the Book
- Understanding the book's overall structure informs individual passage meaning.
- Example: Ephesians—divide the book into sections (wealth, walk, warfare) to understand the flow.
- Refer to other instances of the same word within the book to gain further understanding.
- Example: In Ephesians, examine how Paul uses "filled" in other parts of the book to identify the meaning of "being filled" in 5:18.
Additional Observational Points
- Carefully examine immediate words in a passage, their grammar, and their associated meaning; for example, in Ephesians 5:18, five participles strung out to verses 19-21 that reinforce the meaning of "filled with the Spirit"
- Utilize resources (e.g., commentary) for further insights and validation.
- Be aware of the differences between immediate, broader, and book-wide context.
- Example: 1 John—identify subtle differences in tenses (e.g., 1 John 1:7 and 1 John 2:1) to gain specific understanding. Apply knowledge of grammatical differences to passages like 1 John 3:6-9 and 1 John 2:1.
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Description
This quiz explores the insights of a speaker involved in teaching and counseling. It focuses on grammar without delving into cautionary examples, while encouraging students to document questions for future reference. The discussion will touch on grammatical implications from examples in Ephesians.
