August 2--Derived from a Greek word meaning "to interpret,” hermeneutics refers to the art of understanding a biblical text. Each of us has a unique hermeneutical perspective that is informed by our experiences, background, training, and social, cultural, and historical location. The same is true of the Apostle Paul. This two-part lesson attempts to shed light on the various factors and influences that shaped how and why Paul read the Old Testament the way he did.

August 2--Derived from a Greek word meaning "to interpret,” hermeneutics refers to the art of understanding a biblical text. Each of us has a unique hermeneutical perspective that is informed by our experiences, background, training, and social, cultural, and historical location. The same is true of the Apostle Paul. This two-part lesson attempts to shed light on the various factors and influences that shaped how and why Paul read the Old Testament the way he did.

Dr. Tony Sundermeier, Psalm 40:1-10; Ephesians 5:15-20

Dr. Tony Sundermeier, Psalm 40:1-10; Ephesians 5:15-20

July 26 -- Derived from a Greek word meaning "to interpret,” hermeneutics refers to the art of understanding a biblical text. Each of us has a unique hermeneutical perspective that is informed by our experiences, background, training, and social, cultural, and historical location. The same is true of the Apostle Paul. This two-part lesson attempts to shed light on the various factors and influences that shaped how and why Paul read the Old Testament the way he did.

July 26 -- Derived from a Greek word meaning "to interpret,” hermeneutics refers to the art of understanding a biblical text. Each of us has a unique hermeneutical perspective that is informed by our experiences, background, training, and social, cultural, and historical location. The same is true of the Apostle Paul. This two-part lesson attempts to shed light on the various factors and influences that shaped how and why Paul read the Old Testament the way he did.

Rev. Rebekah C. LeMon, Psalm 14; Ephesians 5:3-14

Rev. Rebekah C. LeMon, Psalm 14; Ephesians 5:3-14

July 19 -- If the Gentiles are to be included in the community of Christ, what then of Israel? What role do they play in God’s on-going work in the world? In Romans 9-11, Paul attempts to respond to these questions by once again turning to the pages of the OT. This lesson examines how Paul distinguishes between all Israel and the “true” Israel even in the stories of Genesis and the prophets.

July 19 -- If the Gentiles are to be included in the community of Christ, what then of Israel? What role do they play in God’s on-going work in the world? In Romans 9-11, Paul attempts to respond to these questions by once again turning to the pages of the OT. This lesson examines how Paul distinguishes between all Israel and the “true” Israel even in the stories of Genesis and the prophets.