Misusing the Bible: Single Session Bible Study: How to avoid common pitfalls, pray rightly, and grasp the intended meaning of Scripture.

by Stan Guthrie, Christianity Today (Editor)

Christians will readily assert that we are people of the Bible—that God's Word gives us our perspective, worldview, and marching orders about life. We will vigorously defend the historicity, perspicuity, and relevance of Scripture, calling our friends and neighbors to come under its authority. We'll hold Bible studies (like this one), read and write books about the Bible, and write checks to get God's Word into the hands of people around the world who do not yet own a copy. And yet, when push comes to shove, according to pastor and author Eric J. Bargerhuff, too often we treat the Bible as a magic book focused solely on our own wants and needs, so that, as Christianity Today "the Bible becomes a mere handbook, and its verses a talisman." We need, Bargerhuff says, to put God and his glory first in order to properly use the Bible.

Kindle Edition

Published November 22, 2015

About the author

Stan Guthrie has been married to Christine since 1987 and likes her very much. With Christine having done most of the work, they have raised three adult children (and, shockingly, have been blessed with three beautiful grandchildren). Stan was born with a disability that does not define him, but he will tell you about it (and divine grace) if you ask.

Stan is a storyteller, speaker, and teacher who believes that beauty and truth belong together. His work blends whimsy with spiritual depth, inviting readers to see the sacred in the everyday. He has written nine books.

He is more than grateful to be married to Christine, his better half and college sweetheart. Christine provides the outstanding design, illustrations, and artistic flourishes in Stan's books.