The Bible reveals the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the
doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are holy, its
precepts binding, its histories are true, its decisions are immutable. Read it
to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy. It contains light
to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you. It is the
traveler's map, the pilgrim's staff, the pilots compass, the soldier’s sword,
and the Christian's charter. Here, Heaven is opened and the gates of hell
disclosed. Christ is its grand subject, our good is its design, the glory of God
its end. It should fill your memory, rule your heart, and guide the feet. Read
it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is given in life, will be opened in
the judgment, and will be remembered forever. It involves the highest
responsibility, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all those who
trifle with its sacred contents. Owned, it is riches; studied, it is wisdom;
trusted, it is salvation; loved, it is character; and obeyed, it is power.
Author Unknown
This reminds me of scriptural texts like 1 Timothy 3:16 that says, All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. or Hebrew 4:12 that reads, For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. or Psalm 19:7-8 that says, The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the LORD are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. or John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God...
I love the Word of the Lord. Have a wonderful week!
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