Read and study the Bible!

2 Timothy 3:16-17

Why is studying scripture so important?

• If we faithfully and consistently study the Bible we will get all the rest.
• It is breathed out by God.
• It is profitable.
• The Bible is a living document that, as we study, we are changed for the better.

2 Timothy states the Bible is “good for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.”

We suffer loss when we don’t study the Bible.

We have to battle our feelings. There is a deeper foundation to build on than our feelings. Paul says we need to inform our feelings when feeling want to inform us.

Do you treat the word of God as something profitable?

Here is a truth. In a fallen world we need something to correct our feelings. The Word!

The Word comes from God and is profitable to know.

Quick insight into Bible reading:

• Recommended translations
• New International Version
• English Standard Version
• New King James Version
• If you are serious, get a study Bible.
• The Fire Bible
• The NIV or ESV Study Bible
• Nelson Study Bible in NIV or NKJV

Set a time to meet with God to pray, listen, and read the Bible.

Psalm 119:1-2

How can I be sure I am living a righteous life?Psalm 119:9

The Word is the foundation or spring of hope.Psalm 119:81

The Word teaches us right from wrong.Psalm 119:104

The Word guides our lives.Psalm 119:105

These are just a few of the benefits of knowing God’s Word.

Knowing God’s Word is profitable.

Take a measurement of this vital truth in your life.