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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