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. 2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is
profitable! Knowing this, we cheat ourselves when we do not access every book,
every truth, every verse, and every page of our Bibles for the promises and
commands God has for us. Because every verse of Scripture is inspired by God
and gainful to us, we should not pick and choose which verses we will read and
study. We should not claim verses we like and ignore those that convict us! If
we are to become mature disciples of Jesus, we must allow every Scripture to
speak to us and teach us what God desires us to learn. Scripture enables us to
evaluate the soundness of doctrines that are being taught. Scripture ought to
be the basis for any reproof or correction we bring to another.
If you are not firmly
grounded in God’s Word, you will be bombarded with an assortment of doctrines,
lifestyles, and behaviors, and you will have no means to evaluate whether or
not they are of God. You cannot develop a righteous life apart from God’s Word.
Righteousness must be cultivated. As you fill your mind with the words of God,
and as you obey His instructions, He will guide you in the ways of
righteousness. Scripture will equip you for any good work God calls you to do.
If you feel inadequate for a task God has given you, search the Scriptures, for
within them you will find the wisdom you need to carry out His assignment.
Allow the Word of God to permeate, guide, and enrich your life.
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