"For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. May The God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ." Romans 15:4-6 (NIV)
The Apostle Paul tells the believers in Rome that the scriptures were written for their benefit, to teach them, and encourage them, and to give them hope. Then he prayed that God would bless them and give them unity of mind, heart, and speech, that they would be on one accord, and follow Christ, and glorify God.
The written words of the Bible represent God speaking to us. They were written under the divine inspiration of The Holy Spirit for our education, edification, and enlightenment. The scriptures provide us with guidance and direction, comfort and compassion, help and healing, in addition to insight and instruction. The Word of God can provide us with spiritual food (1 Corinthians 10:3) and living water (John 4:10 and 7:38), and the road to salvation and sanctification. To be blessed by The Word of God we must read it, or hear it (Deuteronomy 17:19, 2 Kings 23:2, Nehemiah 8:3 and 9:3, & Rev 1:3), believe it (Matthew 21:22), study it (2 Timothy 2:15), live it (James 1:22), and share it with others (Hebrews 13:16).
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