We do believe that the word of God is living and active and they are so powerful when we put our faith in the Lord. God’s words are given to the sinful people so that they can know the truth and lied in their lives according to the will of God.
When we come closer to God and seek his face by following his scripture we feel the changes in us. We begin to learn the righteousness of God and walk in that way.
The word of God helps us to know that we are sinners and we need a savior. The Lord tells us how to get rid of our sins through his word. We get the newness of lives only when we put the word of God in our lives.
Today we will see the importance and benefits of the word of God and how we can make a habit of reading the word of God on a regular basis.
Luke 4:4(KJV) And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.
2 Timothy 2:15(KJV) Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
2 Timothy 3:16-17(KJV) 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 perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
The Amazing Book
No book in the world is more amazing or more powerful than the Word of God, the Bible. Even as a work of literature, it has no parallel.
- “It is impossible to righteously govern the world without God and the Bible. ” – George Washington, first U.S. President.
- “I believe that the Bible is the best gift God has ever given to man. All the good from the Savior of the world is communicated to us through the book” – Abraham Lincoln, U.S. President
- “If we abide by the principles taught in the Bible, our country will go on prospering and to prosper; but if we and our posterity neglect its instructions and authority, no man can tell how sudden a catastrophe may overwhelm us and bury our glory in profound obscurity.” Daniel Webster, Preeminent American Spokesman and Legislator
- “That Book, Sir, is the rock on which our Republic stands.” – Andrew Jackson, U.S. President.
- “Indeed, it is an indisputable fact that all the complex and horrendous questions confronting us at home and worldwide have their answer in that single book” Ronald Reagan. U.S. President.
Why Is The Bible Important
Even though the Bible was written by humans, each and every word was penned with God’s divine inspiration, anointing, and direction.
No 1. The Bible is the inspired, inerrant word of God.
2 Peter 1:20-21(KJV) – “Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.”
2 Timothy 3:16(KJV) – “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.”
No 2. The Bible is infallible, trustworthy, and reliable.
Psalm 119:160(KJV) “Thy word is true from the beginning: and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth for ever.”
1 Thessalonians 2:13(KJV) “For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.”
No 3. The Bible is eternal, unchanging, and unending.
Psalm 119:89(KJV) “For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven.”
Isaiah 40:8(KJV) “ The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.”
Matthew 24:35(KJV) “ Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.”
1 Peter 1:25(KJV) “But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.”
No 4. The Bible provides guidance and recommendations for dealing with challenges in life.
Romans 5:12(KJV) “ Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.”
John 3:16(KJV) “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
John 3:5(KJV) “Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.”
Colossians 3:16(KJV) “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”
No5. The life-changing message is found in the Bible.
Some Facts About The Bible
- The Greek word “Biblos,” which meaning book, is where the term “Bible” originates. It was the name given to the papyrus reed pulp used to create the ancient writing materials.
- Christians began referring to the sacred texts as biblia, which is the plural version of the Greek term biblos, around the second century AD.
- Hebrew was predominantly used in the writing of the Old Testament.
- Greek is the primary writing language of the New Testament.
- In 1250 AD, Cardinal Hugo divided the Bible into chapters.
- The bible was divided into verses in 1551 AD by Sir Robert Stephens.
- The longest chapter is Psalm 119.
- The shortest chapter is Psalm 117.
- The longest verse is Esther 8:9.
- The smallest verse is found in John 11:35.
Over a period of 1500 years, the Bible was written by 40 distinct men who lived on three different continents (Africa, Asia, and Europe).
- Moses a prince,, educated in the universities of Egypt
- Peter a fisherman
- Amos and David humble herdsmen
- Joshua a military general
- Luke a doctor
- Solomon a king
- Mathew a tax collector
- Paul a rabbi
The Bible was written in the different location
- Moses wrote in the wilderness.
- Jeremiah wrote in a dungeon
- Daniel wrote from hillsides and in a palace.
- Paul wrote in prison
- Luke wrote while travelling
- John wrote while in exile on the island of Patmos
- David wrote during the rigors of military campaigns.
The Bible is exceptionally harmonious in its unity and agreement, despite the diversity of its authors (their backgrounds, levels of education, and life experiences). It communicates “with one voice.”
The Divine Inspiration of Scripture
2 Timothy 3:16(KJV) -“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness”
2 Peter 1:20-21(KJV) “Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.”
Benefits Of Reading The Bible Daily
There are several benefits we can find while we read the Bible regularly. We must give our hearts in word of God so that we can grow in our faith. Let us see the benefits of reading the Bible daily.
The Bible Is Aa Source of Power
Matthew 4:10-11(KJV) “Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. Then the devil leaveth him, and, behold, angels came and ministered unto him.”
The Bible Is Aa Source of Great Spiritual benefit
Psalm 19:7-11(KJV) “The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.”
The Bible Is Aa Source of Joy
Psalm 119:47(KJV) “And I will delight myself in thy commandments, which I have loved.”
Psalm 119:97(KJV) “O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”
Psalm 119:162(KJV) “I rejoice at thy word, as one that findeth great spoil.”
Jeremiah 15:16(KJV) “Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O Lord God of hosts.”
The Bible Is A source of Great Peace
Psalm 119:165(KJV) “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.”
Importance Of Studying The Word Of God
2 Timothy 3:16(KJV) -“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness”
The word of God is profitable in four very specific areas: doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction.
First, the Word is profitable for doctrine
Doctrine is a belief, teaching, dogma, creed, a tenet of faith. Doctrine must not be man’s ideas, it must be the teaching of inspired scripture. The Bible teaches us specific doctrines that can be learned through no other source.
- It teaches us the nature, character, and power of God.
- It reveals to us our fallen, sinful state.
- It shows what we must do to be saved and have eternal life.
- It teaches us how to overcome temptation and sin.
- It teaches us how to live a holy life that pleases God.
- It teaches us how to be a part of the church of God.
- It teaches us how to treat other people.
The basis for sound doctrine cannot be man’s philosophy, popular opinion, traditional beliefs or even commonly accepted ideas – the basis for sound doctrine must always be the faithful Word of God.
Titus 1:9(KJV) “Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.”
Second, the Word of God is profitable for reproof – reprimand, scolding, censure, admonition.
Sometimes, we imperfect Christians need the chastening or “scolding” of the Lord. We can fail, make mistakes and get out of line. The Word is the main source of God’s reproof and reprimand to us.
Hebrews 12:6-7(KJV) “For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth. If ye endure chastening, God dealeth with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chasteneth not?”
When we read the Word or hear the Word preached or taught, it can sometimes “sting” us as it cuts away the things that need to be removed from our hearts and lives.
The reproof and chastising of God’s Word is never for our harm – it is always for our good!
Psalm 94:12(KJV) “Blessed is the man whom thou chastenest, O Lord, and teachest him out of thy law’
Revelation 3:19(KJV)– “As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
Third, the Word of God is profitable for correction.
Correction is the next step beyond reproof or chastisement – it means to “mend our ways” or to make something right that was wrong. God corrects us by showing us where we are wrong and guiding us into that which is right.
First comes reproof or chastening. Secondly comes repentance. Thirdly, we must change our wrong way and bring it in line with the Word of God.
An example of the Word being used in correction is found in 1 Corinthians chapters 11 and 14, where Paul corrects the Corinthians in the appropriate way to observe the Lord’s Supper and the proper use of spiritual gifts.
Fourth, the Word of God is profitable for instruction in righteousness.
“Instruction in righteousness” means to be tutored or trained in “equity of character” – it means the act of being educated in holiness, godliness, and righteousness.
The Bible is the handbook for Christian development – both inward and outward development. It is the manual for our spiritual training. As Christians, we don’t conform to the attitudes and behaviors of worldly culture, but instead we comply with the teachings of the Word.
Psalm 119:133(KJV) – “Order my steps (conduct) in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.”
2 Peter 3:11(KJV) – “Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved (earthly possessions), what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation (behavior) and godliness,
Why Is Reading The Bible Important
2 Tim. 3:16-17(KJV) – “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 perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. “
Verse seventeen of this chapter gives us the purpose for the four functions provided to us by the Word – that we may be thoroughly furnished (equipped) as productive workers in the kingdom of God. The Word equips or supplies us with all the necessary tools to become what God has called us to be. Some of the ways in which the Word equips us are listed below:
The Word is creative power.
Psalm 33:6(KJV) -“By the word of the Lord were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth.”
The Word is saving power.
1 Peter 1:23(KJV) “Being born again… by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.”
James 1:21(KJV) ” . receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.”
The Word is healing power.
Psalm 107:20(KJV) “He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”
The Word is reviving power-quickening, giving life, revitalizing, reanimating power!
Psalm 119:50(KJV) “This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.”
The Word is cleansing power-purifying. purging power.
John 15:3(KJV) – “Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.”
John 17:17(KJV) – “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth. “
Jeremiah 23:29(KJV) – “Is not my word like as a (purifying) fire? saith the Lord…?
The Word is judging power.
John 12:48(KJV) – (Jesus said) “He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.
The Word is a destroying hammer – defeating the enemies of righteousness.
Jeremiah 23:29(KJV) – “Is not my word like as a… hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces?”
The Word is a lamp – lighting our way, illuminating the way in which we should live Psalm 119:105(KJV) “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
The Word is Jesus Christ in written manifestation.
John 1:14(KJV) – “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”
The Word is nourishing food.
1 Peter 2:2(KJV) – “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:”
Hebrews 6:5(KJV) – “And have tasted the good word of God, and the powers of the world to come, “
The Word is a stumbling block to unbelievers.
1 Peter 2:8(KJV) -” even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient
The Word is spiritual knowledge.
Proverbs 2:5-6(KJV) – “Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
John 5:39(KJV) “(Jesus said) Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”
The Word inspires faith.
Romans 10:17(KJV) – “So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
John 20:31(KJV) “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.”
The Word is a powerful spiritual weapon – the Sword of the Spirit.
Ephesians 6:17(KJV) – “And take… the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: “
Hebrews 4:12(KJV) “For the word of God is quick (alive), and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”
What Attitude Should I Have Toward The Bible?
Obey the Word. Comply to, conform to, observe, obey, and follow the scriptures.
James 1:22(KJV)-“But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only…”
Psalm 119:9(KJV) – “Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. (taking heed: attending to, observing, conforming, obeying)
Respect the Word of God. Treat it with awe, honor and deference. Glorify the Word. (Glorify: to give honor, to render esteem)
Psalm 119:161(KJV) – “Princes have persecuted me without a cause: but my heart standeth in awe of thy word.”
Acts 13:48(KJV) “And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: and as many as were ordained to eternal life believed.”
Receive the Word openly. Have a willing, eager and zealous heart to take in the Word.
James 1:21(KJV) “Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.
Acts 17:11(KJV) – “These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.
Hide the Word in your heart. Memorize portions of it and learn selected verses “by heart”.
Psalm 119:11(KJV) -“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee, “.
Study the Word. Research it and examine it carefully.
2 Timothy 2:15(KJV) – “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeh not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Allow the Word to dwell or live in you. Let its truths and principles become part of your nature and character.
Colossians 3:16(KJV) – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing will grace in your hearts to the Lord.”
Delight in the Word. Allow the Word to become your “pleasure”, your enjoyment, your cherished and valuable treasure.
Psalm 119:16(KJV) – “I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word”.
Psalm 1:2(KJV) – “But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in his law doth he meditate day and night”
Love the Word. Have great affection and passion for the Word of God.
Psalm 119:97(KJV) – “O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.
Psalm 119:140(KJV) – “Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.”
Meditate on the Word. Meditating is thinking and rethinking cach thought until it becomes your thought. Meditation is best accomplished by committing verses to memory
Joshua 1:8(KJV) – “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shall have good success .
Psalm 119:97(KJV) -“O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.”
Combine Bible reading with prayer. Prayer is helpful in the process of transplanting the Word into our heart, our inner man.
Acts 6:4(KJV) “But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word”
Teach the Word. Instruct and educate others in the scriptures.
2 Timothy 2:2(KJV) “And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.”
Apply the Word- utilize what you learn from the Word of God by putting it to use in your life.
James 1:22-25(KJV) “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was. But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.”
Develop the habit of reading the Word daily. The Bible is our spiritual “daily bread”. It is advisable to begin reading in the New Testament with the Book of Acts, the Gospels, and then the Epistles. From there you can expand your reading schedule to include the entire Bible.
There are numerous Bible reading programs that are structured to help you read through the entire Bible each year. (e.g. “B.R.E.A.D”) There are also one-year Bibles that have a prescribed daily reading selection to accomplish the same goal.
How Do I Study The Bible?
In 2 Timothy 2:15, the word “study” is the Greek word “spoudazo,” which means to provide diligence, to struggle, and to make an effort. More than merely reading the Bible casually is involved in studying it. We are to examine and check it very thoroughly.
Discipline is required for serious Bible study. In Acts 17, Paul praises the Bereans for their assiduous study of the scriptures to find God’s truth.
Acts 17:11(KJV) “These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.”
A casual reading of the Bible, reading a verse here or there, or skipping from thought to thought, are poor study habits and will not produce much fruit or genuine knowledge of the Bible. We need to carefully and systematically study, scrutinize and examine the scriptures..
Studying the Word is a commandment of God. Studying God’s Word is both a privilege and a duty.
2 Timothy 2:15(KJV) “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth”
Studying the Word of God protects us from false doctrines. Scripture warns us that false prophets and false beliefs will threaten to corrupt and defile us.
2 Timothy 3:13(KJV) – “But evil men and seducers shall wax (grow) worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived”
2 Timothy 4:3(KJV) -“For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine: but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears”
Studying the Word helps us to rightly divide (correctly interpret) the Word of truth. The term “divide” as used in this passage means “to cut straight”. Paul, possibly referring to his occupation as a tentmaker, understood the necessity of good workmanship and cutting straight any material that was to be joined together.
We are commanded to “rightly divide” the Word of truth. We must be very careful not to force our own interpretation upon scriptures.
2 Timothy 3:16(KJV) “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.”
The word “wrest” is from the Greek word “strebloo” which means to wrench, to twist or dislocate, to pervert, warp or distort
Some people argue with scripture and “wrest” it, trying to make it mean something different than what it truly says. Some distort the scriptures to mean what they want them to mean.
We must note that wresting or twisting scriptures from their true meaning will lead us to destruction.
Deuteronomy 4:2(KJV) “Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you.
Revelation 22:18-19(KJV) – “For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.”
