That was an excellent post Lx.
I'm glad to see Biblical discussions on FR but I have a problem when someone comes on and acts and writes that he and only he knows the true meaning of the Bible.
On top of that, they don't give credit, I've learned a lot from a couple of Pastors I don't want to name but one guy who really got me into the meat of the Word is Les Feldick. I don't agree with everything he says but he always backs up whatever he says with scripture. Unfortunately, his shows are all reruns now but the Word hasn't changed so they're worth watching.
Les is also the first person to admit that he stands on the shoulders of giants regarding the word and he frequently names who those people are. I took some notes in order to read what he read but now I can't find them!!