Aaron at Apologetics Junkie has posted a great article on why a correct process of Biblical interpretation is essential when studying a text. I thought it would be good to link to it in light of my On Reading the Bible (Well) series.
The article explains why Christians in America should not believe 2 Chronicles 7:14 promise of a healing on the land apply to America. This verse is often taken out of context and Christian's misinterpret the verse in a How Does This Apply to Me Hermeneutic. Instead, we should use a What Does This Teach Me About God Hermeneutic. If we realize the Bible is about God, then we will often avoid the trap of mistaken interpretation.
A correct interpretation of this verse and it's larger context does not mean God cannot heal America's land, but rather that God has not promised this to America there. He certainly can heal our land, but a correct interpretation of the passage would caution anyone to be certain of this.
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Gabriel,
Thanks so much for the link!
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