“Exegetical Fallacies” by D.A. Carson

“Exegetical Fallacies” by D.A. CarsonExegetical Fallacies by D.A. Carson
Published by Baker Academic on March 1, 1996
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback
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From the Author’s Introduction: To focus on fallacies, exegetical or otherwise, sounds a bit like focusing on sin: guilty parties may take grudging notice and briefly pause to examine their faults, but there is nothing intrinsically redemptive in the procedure. Nevertheless, when the sins are common and (what is more) frequently unrecognized by those who commit them, detailed descriptions may have the salutary effect of not only encouraging thoughtful self-examination but also providing an incentive to follow a better way. I hope that by talking about what should not be done in exegesis, we may all desire more deeply to interpret the Word of God aright. [Note: This is the Second Edition of this book]


 
Dr. D.A. Carson’s Exegetical Fallacies is a helpful book for those who have the tools to understand its contents and its aim. This book is written primarily for pastors and those who have some academic training in the Scriptures, and it hits that mark exceptionally well! However, I don’t know that I’ll be recommending it to the masses. Continue reading

On Motivation

If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery, “The Wisdom of the Sands”

 

I came across this quote today (though I’m not sure it’s 100% accurate) and I think it applies wonderfully to pastoral ministry and the life of discipleship. It reminds me that I have a lot to learn about motivating myself and others. I need to keep a beautiful vision of God in front of me if I’m going to live a life worthy of the gospel and do the work of ministry.

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