Because scripture is consistent, inerrant (without error), and authored by God, no passage can be interpreted in a way that contradicts the overall teaching of the Bible. This would mean three things for us:
1. To make any conclusion on any theological concept, we must consider the whole counsel of the Word of God.
2. When interpreting scripture, we move from the known to the unknown.
3. Since the Bible as God's Word does not contradict itself, apparent contradictions must mean our interpretation is flawed.
Making use of these principles and approach, we can therefore derive answers on Enoch and Elijah.