Bible Perspective on Differentiating between Descriptive and Prescriptive Scriptures

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When studying the Bible, it is important to determine
whether the verse or passage at hand is descriptive or prescriptive.
These are interesting terms that we will need to define as the
difference between them is quite important. Incorrectly applying
these contextual principles can lead to errant interpretation, errant
thinking, and in turn, errant behavior. So, in this study Pr Edward
Madzorera guides on how to properly understand and differentiate
when the Bible is being descriptive or prescriptive

7 Jun English South Africa Christianity · Religion & Spirituality

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