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Why Study the Bible?

by Jennifer Woodley 
09/29/23
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“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved by Him, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly explaining the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 (NRSV)

The Bible is to a Christian as air is to the lungs. Without the word of God living and giving nourishment to our souls we will surely die. So why should we read and study the Bible? Will it really make a difference and how often do we need to do it? Well does food make a difference to our development and how often do we need to eat? The answers are obvious.

We study the Bible to grow up in our knowledge of God and His plan for us so that we mature into productive and God-honouring people. We study the Bible to defeat sin and temptation. The sword of the Spirit, or the Word of God, is our weapon to defeat our enemy who seeks to deceive us. The Scriptures make us strong and wise so that we are fully equipped to teach, correct, comfort and encourage others. And studying Scripture brings God's blessing. Psalm 1 says, “Blessed is the man whose delight is in the law of the Lord.”

Bible study is crucial, yet so many neglect to give this book more than a cursory glance. Instead, like the Bereans, we must study the Scriptures daily to test all that we hear (Acts 17:11). If we are lagging in diligence to study the Scriptures, it's time to change our ways, ask for forgiveness, and earnestly seek the guidance of the Spirit so that we might become one who can wisely discern and understand God's Word.

Jennifer is an Australian freelance writer who enjoys encouraging others on their journey with Christ.