Are Christians called to be perfect? And if so, what does that mean? In this Inductive Bible Study episode the Sigler brothers attempt to interpret Matthew 5:48a: "You, therefore, must be perfect".

Show Notes:

Relevant Determinants

• Preliminary definition(s)
• Context
• Word Usage
• Scriptural Testimony
• Kinds of Terms (literal vs. figurative)
• Inflections and Syntax
• General literary form
• Psychological factor
• Atmosphere
• Author’s purpose and viewpoint
• Historical background
• History of terms (etymology)
• History of text (textual criticism)
• History of tradition (source criticism, form criticism, redaction criticism)
• Interpretation of others