Hermeneutic Hebrews

Hebrews 7 is a good chapter in developing a hermeneutic for the New Testsament. It teaches us to evaluate whether God implemented a practice or not.

1. It looks to see if something was historically practiced or not.  Heb.7:13

2. It questions whether there were commands or mentions in scripture.  Heb.7:14

3. It questions whether another practice is more relevant and applicable.  Heb7:15

4. It questions if a practice is evident or speculation.  Heb.7:15

5. It questions if the law is simply carnal or powerful.  Heb.7:16

6. It asks for God's testimony through prophecy and oath. Heb.7:28

7. It determines need vs show, christ need not offer daily. Heb.7:27

8. It questions timing, "which was since the law"  Heb.7:28

We can apply these to other practices such as instruments, all such questions are useful in seeking God's will.