Asking for a Friend | Understanding the Bible | Brent Parsley

Part 3 of Asking for a FriendWhy can the Bible feel so confusing?Often, the problem is not a lack of desire. It's a lack of orientation. In this message, Pastor Brent explains why the Bible is not primarily a textbook, rulebook, formula book, magic book, or collection of inspirational quotes. It's a Spirit inspired library of 66 books telling one unified story.Discover how creation, humanity’s rebellion, Israel, Jesus, the Church, and the renewal of all things fit together. You’ll also learn why narrative, poetry, and biblical letters should be read differently, how context helps difficult passages make sense, and how seeing Jesus at the center can transform the way you read Scripture.The purpose of the Bible is not simply to give us more religious information. It is to help us know God and become His people.