Why Should We Try to Understand the Author’s Intent When Interpreting the Bible?
#STRask — Stand to ReasonWhy Should We Try to Understand the Author’s Intent When Interpreting the Bible?
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* How would you argue in favor of an “authorial intent” hermeneutic as opposed to others?
* Why don’t we see more demon-possessed people today?
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