2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV) -Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Are you reading and studying the Word for yourself or are you depending on someone else to do the studying and you piggyback off of it?
This question is not only for me, but I would like for us to all examine ourselves in this. Did I read this? Did someone else read it and I’m “borrowing” from it? Or, is it a combination of both? There is nothing wrong with hearing someone else’s understanding/teaching of the Word,but just make sure to acknowledge the person you are quoting. I remember when Prophetess Ulanda Banks said so eloquently, “If you don’t believe it, look it up for yourself!” It’s time out for us just hearing the Word and only speaking off of what we heard, it’s time for us to read it for ourselves and get an understanding!
(Proverbs 4:7)The beginning of wisdom is this: Get[a] wisdom. Though it cost all you have,[b] get understanding.). Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all took just 10 minutes a day to get some Word and Knowledge in us? That alone could set off an avalanche of spiritual growth that could result in a tremendous boost for the Kingdom! In my search for more understanding, I came upon 5 reasons to study God’s Word on of course Google! The link below will help you read more if you’d like.
First, the Word of God is infallible. There is no error in God's Word. The law of the Lord is perfect concerning our soul. The testimony of the Lord is not only infallible it is inerrant. Proverbs 30:5-6, "Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar." The purity of His words does not need anything added to it. God warns us not to misrepresent His scripture.
Second, the Word of God is complete. The Bible does not need any new chapters or verses. It is all given to us already. Many cults add their own books or commentaries to the Bible. All you need is God's Word because it is the holy Word of God. It is complete. In Revelation 22:18-19, God gives us a warning, "For I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: If anyone adds to these things, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this book; and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part from the Book of Life, from the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book."
Third, the Word of God is totally authoritative. The book of Psalms 119:89 says, "Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven." The Word of God is the only source for absolute divine authority. This divine authority is for you and me as servants of Jesus Christ. When some say, "I have a word from the Lord for you," write it down and as you study God's word see if the Lord speaks to you through His Scriptures. Only then will you know if the Lord is truly speaking to you.
Fourth, God's Word is totally sufficient for all of our needs. We don't need anything else. In 2 Timothy 3:16-17, it reads "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." We Christians can be totally secure in the Lord by studying the Bible because it is God's plan for our life.
And Fifth, the Word of God will accomplish what it promises. If God told you something will happen, and you wait, it will happen. In Isaiah 55:11, it says, "So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it." God sent His word to accomplish His perfect will in our lives. If God makes a promise to you He will fulfill it in His own time. There are so many promises given to us in the Bible. These promises reassure us and bring comfort to our lives in our times of trial. I challenge you to take time to study the Word of God. The Lord will show you wonderful things that will change your life.
http://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/tips/why-we-should-study-gods-word-11631900.html
So, study more, listen more, understand more, do more, serve more, pray more, love more and this will cause us to GAIN MORE!!
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