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Some imagine that the Bible is a dry, boring book written centuries ago
for people and situations far removed or a bewildering mystery that can
have no bearing on our daily living. Nothing could be further from the
truth. Its pages hold the answers to all of life’s questions for this
and every other generation in history. It is, in a very real sense, a
living book. Explorer’s Bible Study is committed to helping individuals
discover God’s Word - to search out its great truths and treasures for
themselves.
To accomplish this we have a commitment to Scripture as the final
authoritative Word of God. Our desire is to provide a tool that
encourages a disciplined, systematic approach to Bible study - one that
relies on the Holy Spirit to guide and enlighten us as we read and study
Scripture.
We emphasize a chronological approach to study. Explorer’s believes that
it is important to look at Scripture as it is presented in the Bible -
to begin in Genesis before moving on to Exodus, each book building on
the history and foundation of the books before.
Reinforcing the concept of chronology, we believe in a contextual
approach to study. Each passage is examined by looking at the context of
the scripture, taking into account the historical and cultural facts
that can illuminate the truths of God’s Word. Topical Bible studies pick
and choose small portions of scripture to teach a particular truth.
While this study method can be useful, Explorer’s believe that only by
reading and studying the Bible within the broad context of the chapter
and book, can the true meaning be fully understood and accurately
applied to our lives.
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