Why Should You Study the Bible?
The best answer is because God tells us to 2 Tim. 2:15 - "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. We are exhorted to preach the word and to be able to defend it. 2 Tim. 4:2 "Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching. "
Scripture is the tool God has given us and it is our duty to study it, know it, and apply it. 2 Tim. 3:16-17 "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work."
The Bible can reveal your heart, inspire your heart, and change your heart all at once! Western civilization is founded directly upon the Bible and its teachings, producing good fruit. The world’s calendar and most of its holidays revolve around or stem from the Bible. The Bible has influenced, and even directed, the advancement of all fine arts (Art, Music, etc). No book in history has been copied as many times with as much care as the Word of God. Only one-half of one percent of all books published even survives seven years.
The Word of God is our spiritual counsel for spiritual direction.
Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
The Word of God is our spiritual food for spiritual growth.
Matt. 4:4 – “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.”
The Word of God is our spiritual weapon for spiritual victory.
Ephesians 6:17 – “And take… the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
The Word of God is our spiritual cleanser for spiritual change.
Psalm 119:9 – “How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to your word.”
The Word of God is our spiritual need for spiritual holiness.
Psalm 119:11 – “Your word I have hidden in my heart that I might not sin against you.”
The Word of God is our spiritual truth for spiritual freedom.
John 17:17 – “Sanctify them by your truth. Your word is truth.”
Have you ever examined the Bible to see if it is true?
Jer. 29:13 – “And you will seek Me and find Me, when You search for Me with all your heart.”
Studying the bible develops an appetite for God’s word as spiritual food
Matthew 4:4 But He answered and said, "It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.' " We must nourish our physical body with food. Without food our body begins to grow weak and can not function to its fullest potential. In this condition we can not properly perform our duties at home or the work place. We become ineffective and worthless. As our physical body needs nourishment, so does our spiritual part. If we do not take in a regular intake of bible doctrine, we become worthless as servants to God. To be strong spiritually and be good stewards we need a steady diet of His word. 1 Peter 2:2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, By feeding on God’s word we will become mature Christians. As believers we have a hunger that can only be satisfied by God’s word, anything else will leave us feeling hungry. Job 23:12 I have not departed from the commandment of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my necessary food.
Have you considered the Bible’s importance in the shaping of culture?
The Bible has sold more copies than all other books in history and has shaped the hands that built this country, the United States of America. Even in the days of eroding family values, and an academic and political backlash to remove the Bible and its relevance, the fact is the Bible is the most important document and influence in Western culture. It has been more influential than the U.S. Constitution, the Magna Carta or any philosophical or political idea. The Bible is so important it has influenced much we take for granted in the world from science, technology, and even our political system!
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