Throughout the history of Christianity, followers of Jesus have earnestly sought to interpret Scripture faithfully and objectively, often believing they were applying rigorous, objective methods to ...

Throughout Christian history, interpretations of biblical scripture have deeply influenced doctrines that shape beliefs, ethical standards, and societal norms. Despite the insistence by many ...

The way we translate and interpret the Bible is always shaped by both textual and contextual factors. The rise of cultural hermeneutics within the field of biblical studies has challenged scholars to ...

Frequent letters to the editor, appealing to the authority of the Bible, indicate that the general public is unaware that there are two approaches to biblical interpretation. One, the traditional ...

While it’s tough to come back from a mob chanting about hanging you, Mike Pence reminded viewers at last Wednesday night’s GOP presidential debate that he can still preach a good sermon. And one that, ...

What if I’d learned as a girl that my power did not have to be conferred on me by men? My early experiences with church didn’t help in this regard. Though I often heard messages of God’s love and ...