In this week's episode, Rediscovering True Encounters, from our series Out of Context, Dr. David Tate walks us through two beloved stories—the Woman at the Well and Nicodemus’ encounter with Jesus. Often misunderstood, these narratives hold profound truths about identity, worship, and faith. Discover how context changes everything, and learn how to approach Scripture with clarity and purpose. Packed with insights and practical tips, this episode will leave you ready to dive deeper into the Bible. This week, we’re also equipping you with practical application by introducing basic tools for studying the Bible. Whether you’re a seasoned student of Scripture or just beginning your journey, these foundational skills will help you read and understand God’s Word with greater depth and insight. Make sure you refer to the resource page for all those details. Biblical Rooting: 2 Timothy 3:16 (NIV)“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.”(Please note: We may share links to external resources for your convenience. However, this does not imply full endorsement of the entire site, author, or organization. The views expressed may differ from our own.)Show Resources:Grasping God’s Word Bible App Biblewebapp.com: (NET) version with y’all (used as multiple tense for you) under settings: Southern US When A Word Is Worth A Thousand Complaints (and When It Isn’t) Bible translation is about more than just technical accuracy. Jordan K. Monson December 21, 2020 https://youtu.be/1VX_TuDHv_8 _ THis is one of my favorite videos from the program! Dr. Tate does an excellent job at breaking down the Interpretive Journey. Want to know more on Samaritans go here: https://www.amazon.com/Baker-Illustrated-Bible-Handbook/dp/0801012961http://biologos.org/common-questions/biblical-interpretation/scripture-interpretation https://www.christianitytoday.com/2008/04/hermeneutics-quiz-2/https://craigkeener.com/why-it-is-important-to-study-the-bible-in-context/ https://truettseminary.baylor.edu/programs-centers/online-certificate-programYour Support Matters:This podcast is a branch of Stepping Forward Ministries, a Houston-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to using the unwavering truths of God’s Word to teach, equip, and empower people to step forward in their relationship with Christ. One of the ways we fulfill this mission is through this podcast! To learn more about us, visit www.steppingfwd.org.Want to connect, support, or take a step of faith? Whether you have a story to share, want to sponsor our podcast, support the mission, or learn how to follow Jesus—we’d love to hear from you. Let’s put faith into action together!👉 Click here to connect with us. Don’t forget to add us on your social media accounts! You can find us at @steppingfwdministries across all platforms!Disclaimer:Southern Soul Chats and Stepping Forward Ministries are not a church, pastoral authority, or licensed counseling service. While we aim to equip and encourage you through biblical truth and personal testimonies, all content shared is for spiritual encouragement and educational purposes only. By listening, you acknowledge that you engage with this content voluntarily and accept full responsibility for how you apply it in your life.