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E

Existential Perspective

Ethical perspective that considers the person, the motives, and the inner leading of the Holy Spirit.

Existential Revelation

Revelation through persons

G

General Revelation

Revelation through creation and history

H

Hyperbole

The use of exaggeration to make a point.

L

Light

Figure used by John in Scripture to indicate righteousness.

M

Metaphor

A figure of speech in which a word or phrase represents something else.

Moral Law

Aspect of the law that gives general ethical principles, often identified with the Ten Commandments.

N

Normative Perspective

Ethical perspective that considers the standards as given in God's Word.

Normative Use

Use of the law to show Christians how to live a more ethical life.

P

Pedagogical Use

Use of the law to expose sin and drive an unbeliever to Christ.


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