Bible Basics: Interpretation and Understanding the Scriptures
Without clear and accurate interpretation, our understanding of Scripture can easily become distorted, resulting in confusion or misapplication. Proper biblical interpretation is crucial.
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Steve Johnson
Steve is the Executive Director at Insight for Living Canada, giving oversight and direction to the ministry. He has degrees in religious education and theology and spent over 20 years pastoring in Western Canada.
Grateful for the impact others have made
If Pastor Chuck and Insight for Living Canada have had a positive impact in your life or that of your loved ones, would you consider supporting us as we work together to share the life-giving truths of God’s Word?
Bible Basics: Illumination and Understanding the Word
Praying cannot replace reading the Bible. Praying may turn reading into seeing. If we don’t read, we will not see. The Holy Spirit is sent to glorify Jesus, and the glory of Jesus is portrayed in the Word.
Put your hope in the LORD—now and always
To fulfil our mission, we rely on the prayer and financial support of faithful friends like you. Will you support us this month as we, together, share God’s Word with His family across Canada?
Bible Basics: Preservation and the Indestructability of the Bible
How has Scripture remained intact through history? Despite relentless attacks, God's promise to preserve His Word has kept the Bible enduring and unaltered. Discover how divine protection has ensured the Bible's survival.
Bible Basics: History and Types of Biblical Translation
While all translators have the same goal they differ as to how best to do this. All translation is the translator’s interpretation of what equivalent word or phrase best captures the meaning and contextualization of the original text.
Bible Basics: Canonization and Choosing the Books of the Bible
Historically, it was important for the people of God to determine which books God had inspired and authoritative. Inspiration indicates how the Bible received its authority, whereas canonization tells how the Bible received its acceptance.
Together, we’re carrying out the Lord’s mission of making disciples
Pastor Chuck Swindoll has been given the gift of teaching so people can come to faith in Christ and grow in their understanding of God’s will for them. And Insight for Living Canada is here to distribute his teaching to people across Canada.
Bible Basics: Transmission of the Scriptures
The term “transmission” refers to the process of how the Scriptures were written down and copied. It’s a process connected to the history of writing and the ancient writing materials used in making the Bible.
We’re celebrating 40 years of ministry
As we look to the future, I know that we can continue relying on God’s grace to lead and guide us. And I’m confident God will provide amazing staff to do the tasks necessary to help the ministry grow and develop.
