Support the show!! - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisHow to Read a Book - https://amzn.to/3wIYxHIAndy Naselli - https://andynaselli.com/No Quick Fix - https://amzn.to/3wyJ7WFSummaryIn this episode, Chase Davis interviews Andy Naselli, a professor of systematic theology and New Testament, about his book 'How to Read a Book.' They discuss the different levels of reading, including surveying, macro reading, and micro reading. They also explore Bible translation and how to approach reading the Bible differently from other books. Naselli emphasizes the importance of prioritizing Bible reading and offers practical suggestions for busy individuals. They also touch on the history of Bible translation and the role of oral culture in the early church. In this conversation, Andy Naselli and Chase Davis discuss the importance of reading and studying books, particularly the Bible. They emphasize the value of memorizing Scripture and meditating on it, as well as the need to prioritize reading books that have stood the test of time. They also discuss the challenge of finding time to read and balance personal and professional responsibilities. The conversation touches on the concept of authorial intent and the importance of understanding what an author intended to communicate. They caution against the approach of 'eating the meat and spitting out the bones' when it comes to reading books, especially on controversial topics like critical race theory. Finally, they discuss the issue of trust and the need to be discerning in choosing who to trust and follow.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Andy Naselli05:57 Understanding Bible Translation11:17 The Different Levels of Reading and How They Apply to the Bible23:25 The Historical Context of Bible Reading in the Early Church26:10 Memorizing Scripture and Meditating on It28:19 Finding Time to Read and Balancing Responsibilities37:12 Understanding Authorial Intent for Accurate Interpretation44:24 The Limitations of the 'Eat the Meat, Spit Out the Bones' Approach46:53 The Importance of Discernment and Trust in Choosing InfluencesSupport the showSign up for the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/chasedavisFollow Full Proof Theology on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fullprooftheology/Follow Full Proof Theology on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fullprooftheology/

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