APR 19

2 Timothy 3:14-17
Memorise 2 Timothy 3:16
“The word of God is quick, and powerful, sharper than any twoedged sword”

2 Timothy 3:16 is a clear proof text that speaks of the divine inspiration of all Scripture – both the Old Testament and the New Testament. The phrase “given by inspiration of God” literally has the meaning of God breathing out the very words of Scripture, such that what were written were the words of God Himself. The idea is that Scripture is the production of God. In this way, the sacred writers were kept from error. Thus we say that the Bible is inerrant and infallible – without error and incapable of any error. It is also perfect as God is perfect. It is everlasting as God is everlasting. It is fully preserved for “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away” (Matthew 24:35).

The Bible is also profitable for doctrine as well as for reproof and correction. All of it is sound doctrine worthy of our learning. In the process, it reproves us of our sins and corrects us when we are wrong. The Word of God is the most powerful and the most effective means of rescuing those who are ungodly and in the depths of sin. No reformation can be permanent which is not based on the principles of the Word of God.

There is instruction in righteousness throughout the Bible. Man needs to be taught what is right, what is required of him, in order that he may lead a holy life. God’s Word will furnish him with the rules of holy living and thus guide him successfully in his life on earth. Therefore we should always regard the Scripture as our supreme authority in our life.

Dear Teen, there is no book like the Bible. It is a divine book from heaven and God Himself to teach us the heavenly way. First and foremost, it leads us to eternal life for it tells us that unless we believe and confess our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, repenting of our sins, we will perish (John 3:14-18). Being thus born again to walk in the Spirit, we are nourished by this very Word to grow in grace and knowledge of God. Thus we must have the utmost reverence and respect for the Word of God. We must approach it with holy awe, never doubting it nor scorning it, but fully believing that these are the very inspired words of God speaking to us.

Thought: Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law.
Prayer: Lord, may I treasure Your Word, reading, loving, obeying and living it.