How to Stop Misusing Scripture? Hint: Context, Context, Context | WRETCHED TV episode 2423

Todd introduces biblical hermeneutics, emphasizing the importance of correctly interpreting Scripture to avoid common misuses. He outlines his four-step process: Observation, Interpretation, Principlization, and Application.

Examining Jeremiah 29:11, Todd shows how this verse is often taken out of context. He explains the importance of understanding the original promise to Israel and its historical background before applying it today.

Todd applies hermeneutics to Exodus 21:28-29, demonstrating how to observe, interpret, and derive modern principles from this Old Testament law about an ox causing harm.

In 2 Chronicles 7:14, Todd addresses its misuse when applied to modern nations like the USA, clarifying that this verse specifically pertains to Israel under the Mosaic Covenant. He emphasizes the need for careful context in interpreting Old Testament promises.