Action! July 2020

Applying biblical principles in our daily lives can be a challenge. Biblical principles often run counter to the cultures in which we live. Cultural influence can cloud our understanding of the Bible. To combat this, God gave us the ability to reason through these challenges and arrive at a place that aligns with His will. Join Brian Rex Davis and his two sons, Noah and Bryson, as they discuss necessary inference and how it is critical to Bible study and achieving a life aligned with God.

In this episode, Brian, Noah, and Bryson explore how God teaches through direct commands and direct teachings, showing that Bible study doesn’t have to be complicated when approached with common sense and a high view of Scripture. Using examples from the New Testament, Brian explains how clear commands, encouraging exhortations, and even questions can reveal God’s authority and help believers grow in faith, maturity, and obedience. The conversation ties Bible study to restoration and emphasizes that following Christ is not a burden, but a path to transformation and mission.

This episode is a thoughtful, practical conversation about how to study the Bible with confidence by understanding its structure, genre, history, and audience. The hosts explain that Scripture is a library of 66 books written in different literary forms, languages, and cultural settings, so readers need to pay attention to context, use trustworthy study tools, and avoid building beliefs from isolated verses.