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Studies in Ephesians with Chris Lang |
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Summer 2000
Paragraph Study Worksheet
Structure (skeleton): Goal: clarify thought or argument development
Main point (claim)— identify the author’s main point in the paragraph
Supporting points—the basis for the main claim:
Literary/theological context—what is the main point of paragraph before and after?
Theology (muscle) – Understand the content of the paragraph.
Identify and define unfamiliar, historically significant, and key words; use of Old Testament.
State the meaning of claim and supporting points, including how the supporting points relate to the main claim.
What other passages might bear on your interpretation?
Application (skin)— So what?
How is the argument of the paragraph intended to affect the original audience in terms of actions, attitudes, convictions?
How is the argument of this passage relevant to me/my group?
