The ESV Study Bible is continuing its sets of tasters with this set of articles on Reading the Bible:
- Reading the Bible Theologically, by J.I. Packer (pp. 1-2)
- Reading the Bible as Literature, by Leland Ryken (pp. 3-4)
- Reading the Bible in Prayer and Communion with God, by John Piper (pp. 4-6)
- Reading the Bible for Personal Application, by David Powlison (pp. 6-8)
- Reading the Bible for Preaching and Public Worship, by R. Kent Hughes (pp. 8-10)
There are also essays on the basics of biblical interpretation (by Dan Doriani) and a historical overview of biblical interpretation (by John Hannah) – though these essays aren’t included in the section linked above.
You’ve inspired me to read this book. We all need to view our actvities through our Father’s eyes.