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How to Interpret the Bible Lesson One:
Foundations That Cannot Be Moved

Understanding the Bible is not a mystical task—it begins with foundational truths. This first lesson affirms that God has spoken, His word is complete and understandable, and we are responsible for interpreting it rightly. With humility, logic, and prayer, we can know God’s will and obey it confidently.

Bobby Stafford

Understanding the Bible requires more than casual reading—it demands a faithful method. Without one, confusion reigns, and truth is lost. This lesson exposes false approaches and reveals the method Jesus used to reveal truth. If we want to know God's will, we must interpret His Word the way He intended.

    

Bobby Stafford

Misinterpretation thrives when Scripture is read in isolation. This lesson reveals how context—immediate, remote, and historical—is essential for discovering God’s intended meaning. From Revelation to Psalms, we explore how verses have been twisted and how to restore clarity through proper study. God’s Word makes sense—when we let it speak fully.

   

Bobby Stafford

Interpreting the Bible isn’t guesswork—it requires reverence, care, and consistency. This lesson explores essential principles for rightly dividing God’s word, from understanding context and idioms to comparing scripture with scripture. If we want truth—not confusion—we must let the Bible interpret itself. God has spoken clearly. Our job is to listen.

    

Bobby Stafford

Many misunderstand the Bible by isolating verses or forcing meaning onto texts. But God’s Word is unified and clear—if we study it rightly. This lesson reveals how to let the Bible interpret itself through context, comparison, and diligent study. Only then can we know what God truly wants us to understand.

    

Bobby Stafford

Many are misled by cherry-picked verses, but God calls us to rightly divide His word. This lesson explores the power of inductive Bible study—letting Scripture interpret Scripture. When we seek the full counsel of God, we find clarity about baptism, salvation, and the true nature of the church as God defines it.

    

Bobby Stafford

Understanding the Bible requires making careful distinctions. This lesson explores how to recognize differences between covenants, permanent versus temporary commands, custom and principle, and what is essential versus incidental. Without these distinctions, confusion and error follow. God’s word is clear—if we learn to rightly divide it with wisdom and reverence.

    

 

Bobby Stafford

Understanding the Bible begins with understanding how it speaks. This lesson explores how to recognize and interpret figurative language—similes, metaphors, parables, and more—so we can rightly divide God’s word. Misunderstanding these forms has led to serious doctrinal errors. Let’s learn to read Scripture as God intended: with clarity and reverence.

   

Bobby Stafford

Figurative language in the Bible brings clarity, color, and meaning. But when misused, it can cause great confusion. This lesson explores how God uses similes, metaphors, and similitudes to teach spiritual truths—and how we must let Scripture interpret Scripture to avoid error and embrace the fullness of God's message.

    

Bobby Stafford

Allegories are extended metaphors that reveal deep spiritual truths through vivid, symbolic language. Used throughout Scripture, they invite us to see God’s message through layered imagery. This lesson explores how allegories—from vineyards to buildings—teach us about restoration, growth, aging, and covenant, all while drawing us closer to God's truth.

  

Bobby Stafford

Understanding the Bible requires recognizing how it communicates—sometimes plainly, sometimes figuratively. This lesson explores the rich use of figures of speech in scripture. From irony to hyperbole, from metaphor to anthropomorphism, each device serves a purpose. Right interpretation deepens our faith, sharpens our understanding, and guards against dangerous misapplication.

   

Bobby Stafford

The Bible’s message is both divine and deliberate, often delivered through vivid figures of speech. To rightly interpret God’s Word, we must understand the difference between literal and figurative language. This lesson explores the beauty, power, and purpose of similes, metaphors, personification, and more—essential tools for faithful interpretation and teaching.

   

Bobby Stafford

Before we can obey God’s Word, we must understand how He authorizes us to act. Not all commands apply to everyone, and not all instructions are universal. This lesson explores how God communicates authority through Scripture—so we can faithfully interpret, apply, and obey His will in every generation.

   

Bobby Stafford

How does God authorize us to act today? This lesson explains how commands, generics, and approved examples reveal God’s will. Understanding what is binding—and what is not—is vital to honoring divine authority. When God speaks, we listen; when He specifies, we obey; when He is silent, we respect.

    

Bobby Stafford

Understanding how the Bible authorizes through examples and necessary inferences is crucial to faithful interpretation and obedience. This study helps us distinguish between what is binding and what is not, guiding us to apply Scripture correctly. God expects us to handle His word carefully, truthfully, and with spiritual discernment.

   

Bobby Stafford

Understanding the Bible requires more than reading—it demands careful reasoning. Necessary inference helps us uncover truths that are not explicitly stated but are clearly implied. This lesson shows how to draw sound conclusions from scripture and why respecting both what God says—and what He does not say—is vital for obedience.

   

Bobby Stafford