Bible Question: what is the real point to this book? |
Bible Answer: 1 Corin 10:11 "Now all these things ...are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come." John 20:31 "But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name." God's Word plays a major role in the spiritual development and growth of the believer. A. It guides and directs. Psalms 119:105; Proverbs 6:20-23 B. It instructs in righteousness and tells us how to live. 2 Kings 23:3; Psalms 19:11; 119:9, 11; Proverbs 1:4 John 2:1; Acts 18:24-25; Romans 15:4; 2 Timothy 3:15-16 1. It convicts of sin. 2 Kings 22:8-13; John 5:22; Acts 2:37; 5:33; 7:54; Romans 3:19-20 Galatians 3:22; 2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:12 2. It purifies our hearts. Psalms 119:9; John 15:3; 17:17; Acts 20:32; Ephesians 5:26 Hebrews 4:12-13 3. As a discerner of the thoughts and motives of our hearts (Hebrews 4:12), it judges (John 12:48; Revelation 20:12-15), reproves and corrects (2 Timothy 3:16). C. It edifies or "builds us up" (Acts 20:32) and brings us to spiritual maturity (2 Timothy 3:17). 1. It nourishes our spirits and causes growth. Jeremiah 15:16; Job 23:12 food; Matthew 4:4 bread Hebrews 5:12-14 meat; 1 Peter 2:2 milk 2. It comforts. Psalms 119:46, 50, 52, 81-82; John 16:1-4 Romans 15:4; 1 Thessalonians 4:18 3. It gives encouragement and hope. Psalms 119:43, 49-50, 74, 81, 114; Romans 15:4 D. It is our measuring line for truth. Isaiah 8:20 "To the law and to the testimony: If they speak not according to this Word, it is because there is no light in them." Acts 17:2, 11; Galatians 4:30 "Nevertheless, what saith the scriptures ..." Galatians 6:16; Philippians 3:16; 2 Timothy 3:16 1. The scriptures are profitable for doctrine and instruction. Psalms 19:7; 119:9; John 17:17; Acts 20:32 Romans 15:4; 16:26; 2 Timothy 3:16 2. They provide us with discernment. Hebrews 4:12 3. Ignorance of the scriptures leads to error. Matthew 22:29 "Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures ..." Mark 12:24 E. The Word of God is our only offensive piece of weaponry in warring against the enemy (Satan). Ephesians 6:17 F. It gives understanding and light. Psalms 19:7-8; 119:11, 98-100, 104, 130; 2 Peter 1:19 G. It gives us assurance of our own salvation (1 John 5:13) and is useful in leading others to the Lord. John 20:31; Acts 8:35; 17:2, 11-12; 28:23-24 Romans 1:2; 2 Timothy 3:15; James 1:21; 2 Peter 1:19 H. The scriptures testify of Jesus (John 5:39; Acts 10:43; 18:28; 1 Corinthians 15:5) and are valuable in proving Him as the Christ (Luke 24:27, 32; John 20:31; Acts 8:30-38; 17:2-4; 18:28; 28:23). Taken from http://www.dianedew.com/wrtnword.htm |
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