Rightly dividing the word of Truth (Truth and Grace came from Jesus)
1. Dividing the subjectivity of the perception of the writer about God vs God's actual attributes
Example 1: Job and his friends
Job perception of God is God gives and God can take away. Is this statement a correct representation of God?
We heard of stories about dating couple, the guys gives many gifts to the girl during dating time, when things didn't work out, the guys want to take back all the things that have been given to the girls. This made the guys sounded so cheap right? I our Almighty God so cheap in His attribute or is He a generous God?
The fact is a gift is a gift, once given, it's no longer belonging to the giver. All the rights of the gifts have been transferred to the receivers.
Example 2: The differences in the Genealogy of the Jesus perceived by Matthew and Luke
It is told that Matthew subjective choose to highlight the royal linage of Jesus
Example 3: The 4 Gospels, there are consistencies and inconsistencies based on their own encounter and their perceptions.
Example 4: There are differences in the perception of Jesus' disciples and the perception of Paul. The disciples are more law based, however, Paull is more grace based.
Comparing Peter and Paul, Peter is more Law perception, same as James and John, whereas, Paul is more of Grace perception.
That's why Paul even rebuked Peter being a hypocrite
All scriptures are inspired by God's on it's account (the big picture), by then, it is profitable or serving it's purpose, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness (causing people to repent, a journey of changing of mind from law perception of the bible to grace perception of the bible
Why the law kills?
Based on the establishment and enforcement of the law, anyone who violate the law of God will have only one destiny, death.
The grace of God has been seen in the Old Testament. God allowed 1 year until the day of atonement.
Is the Bible subjectively recorded by the author or writer?
The statement "the Bible is subjectively recorded" highlights the understanding that the Bible's accounts, while claiming to be historical, are shaped by the perspectives and interpretations of the writers and the communities they represented. This means that the Bible is not a purely objective historical record but rather a collection of narratives, poetry, and other genres that reflect the beliefs, experiences, and cultural context of its authors.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Subjectivity in Biblical Narratives:
The Bible's narratives, especially those concerning historical events, are not always presented as straightforward, objective accounts. They are often filtered through the lens of the writers' faith, worldview, and cultural understanding.
Multiple Perspectives:
Different books of the Bible, written by different authors at different times, offer varying perspectives on the same events or themes. For example, the four Gospels in the New Testament each present a unique portrait of Jesus's life and ministry.
Literary and Artistic Nature:
The Bible includes various literary genres, such as poetry, prophecy, and wisdom literature, which often employ symbolism, metaphor, and other literary devices. These features further emphasize the subjective and interpretive nature of the text.
Historical Context:
Understanding the historical and cultural context in which the biblical books were written is crucial for interpreting their meaning. This includes considering the political climate, social customs, and religious beliefs of the time.
Interpretive Challenges:
The subjective nature of the Bible means that interpreting its texts requires careful consideration of the author's perspective, the intended audience, and the historical context. It also highlights the importance of engaging with different interpretations and perspectives to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the text.
2. Rightly dividing between Moses' Teaching and Jesus' Teachings
The Law was GIVEN through Moses, Grace and Truth CAME from Jesus
GIVEN means through visions or dreams or other kinds, even though, it is directly, but it is from a distance (whether short or long). GIVEN means through a medium, anything through a medium may have a certain percentage of potential dilution and corruption (the elements of subjectivity, misinformation, misinterpretation, not the full truth).
CAME means, Jesus (Who is God) personally came to earth and personally brought down and personally minister to the people the Grace and Truth. CAME means directly from the horse mouth. No dilution, zero chances of subjecting to misinterpretation,
Don't use or compare Moses' Teaching (Law) to Jesus' Teaching (Law)
Example 1
Under Moses's Law (Moses' Teaching), Moses allowed a certificate of Divorce. Under Jesus' Law (Jesus' Teaching) Divorce is only allowed when there is sexual immorality.
Example 2
Didn't you know (not read about) the scripture and the power of God (Matt 22:29)? In the resurrection, people will neither marry nor be given in marriage, but will be like the angels in heaven (Matt 22:30). However, there are no such recording from Moses' Teaching. Perhaps (or because), Moses might have forgotten to put them down or might now have revealed to Moses. But Jesus brought this Truth and Grace down to the earth and personally taught the people of the earth.
Example 3
The Jews thought that they have already met the standard of Moses' Law. But Jesus said NOT YET
Moses Teaching is only the ACT will result in committing adultery. the EYEs, but seeing and perceiving, has already committed adultery. If your eyes cause you to sin, gorge it out, it's better for you to go to heaven with an eye.
Example 4
Jesus summarised, Moses 10 commandment to only 2. Love God and Love Men. All the Moses' Las, all the Law of the Prophets hanged on (depended on) these final 2
a. Love God with all your heart
b. Love your neighbor (including your enemies)as yourself
However, Paul reduced it to only 1, Love your neighbour as yourself
Example 5
Moses' Teaching, An Eye For An Eye. Jesus' Teaching, when someone hit you on the left, give also your right, and others that's being taught on the sermon of the mount.
