There are 4 basic levels of scripture to understand:
The literal sense,
the allegorical sense, (allegory is a narrative in which a character, place, or event is used to deliver a broader message about real-world issue)
the moral sense, and (The moral sense of scripture is how the verse applies to us and our personal morality.)
the anagogical sense. (The anagogical is a method of mystical or spiritual interpretation)
There are 4 basic things to remember when you read the bible:
First, one must always keep in mind that the Bible is to be read through the lens of "God IS our loving Father."
He is the Father of us ALL - Muslims, Jews, Christians, Atheists, etc., and He will always do what is best for us, even if we view it as being bad. A good father disciplines his children, after all, and does not allow them to have everything they ever want!
Second, Divine Sonship.
Jesus Christ gave His all for you and for me, and is the only begotten Son of God. And if we believe in Him with our whole heart and do His will, then we share in His Divine Sonship!
Third, Covenants.
Covenants are God's way of both revealing Himself to us and how we become part of His family. Unlike a contract where money is exchanged for goods and services, a covenant bond is a family relationship, and that is exactly what God wants us to be, His Family!
Fourth, The Church is the Worldwide Kingdom of God on earth!
Jesus took the Kingdom away from the Jews in Matthew 21:43, and gave it to the Church in Matthew 16:19. "Repent, for the Kingdom of God IS AT HAND!", He said!
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