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Then They Believed the Scripture

Then They Believed the Scripture – John 2:22

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Jesus, in his resurrection, has proven himself as having authority over the Jewish temple, my life, and all I am.

Prophets Who Tell Us What We Want to Hear

Prophets Who Tell Us What We Want to Hear – Micah 2:11

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Rather than listen to prophets or teachers who tell us what we want to hear, we should listen to those whose message conforms to Scripture.

Rejoice in God's Word

Rejoice in God’s Word – Psalm 119:14-16

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Rather than view the Bible as a collection of instructions on how we should live, we should rejoice because it helps us to know God better.

Opposing views of what is good.

Opposing Views of What Is Good – Jeremiah 38:2-4

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There are opposing views today about the Bible. Some view it as useless or harmful. But for others of us, it is an inspired guide to life.

Is all that the Bible teaches true?

Is All that the Bible Teaches True?

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Is all that the Bible teaches true? Yes, it is. But we need to understand that our interpretation of what it teaches is not always true.

God's Word Is More Precious than Gold

God’s Word Is More Precious than Gold – Psalm 119:72

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How important is the Bible to you? The psalmist expresses that it is more precious than gold to him. May it be a treasure to you as well.

Should We Read the Whole Bible Literally?

Should We Read the Whole Bible Literally?

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How much of the Bible should be take literally? Poetry is not intended to be literal, but the historical narratives are.

The Inspiration of the Scriptures

The Inspiration of the Scriptures – 2 Peter 1:20-21

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The Bible had many human authors, but only a single divine author. Those who wrote the Scriptures did so under the inspiration of God.

God Speaks to Us in a Variety of Ways

God Speaks to Us in a Variety of Ways – Job 33:13-14

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How does God speak to us? He may speak through the Bible, your spirit, other people, your circumstances, or any other way he chooses.

Abraham and Hagar

Abraham and Hagar – Genesis 16:1-4

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The Bible was written by a culture very different than ours. And we need to be careful to recognize that difference as we read it today.

New treasures as well as old

New Treasures As Well As Old – Matthew 13:52

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Both the Old and New Testaments are God's word to us. And they both are a treasure house for us, full of truths that will enrich us.

The Word of God Is Alive and Active

The Word of God Is Alive and Active – Hebrews 4:12

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The Bible is just words. But when the Holy Spirit gets involved, it becomes the word of God and is alive and active in our lives.