TheBible is more faithful than any other book ever published. THE Bible was written by God, who always speaks the truth. It is a book of reliable truths about eternal realities.
Jesus and the Apostles Viewed the Old Testament Scriptures as Revelation of God but also a revelation of God. They accepted the factual statements of the Bible and then saw the spiritual implications of its important truths.
In the Bibleyou find two types of facts: simple truths (easy-to-grasp facts) and complex truths (facts that are beyond your reach). You will never delve into the depths of the Bible’s complex truths because God’s thoughts far exceed the collective intellectual power of All humanity (Isaiah 55:8–9).
It’s no wonder God doesn’t claim to tell you everything (Deuteronomy 29:29). It is also ridiculous to think that you can contribute a microscopic atom of truth to what God knew before time began (Romans 11:33). He is God – we are not.
Here are four reasons why understanding the Bible is important and possible.
1. The Bible applies to all of life.
There word of God is relevant to everyone, everywhere and at all times. According to 2 Timothy 3:16–17, all Scripture is inspired by God and is useful, profitable, beneficial, practical and full of rewards to the person who studies it.
The Bible contains truths, commands, and examples that directly concern your heart and life today. It’s full of countless amazing truths about God, your life, And things to come.
Sometimes, though, the trick is trying to understand the Bible in a given situation. The problem? You are often in a hurry to know which direction to turn! How much better to slow down and check your God-given map for life. Better yet, why not map out your route in advance? After all, the road ahead is not about to move!
2. Asking questions helps you understand.
As you read and study the Bible, you want to remember that even the smallest details (for example, a person’s name) often have spiritual connotations.
This is where you become a journalist. Take out your press card and prepare to ask a barrage of questions worthy of the best journalist. By reading and studying the Word of Godyou can ask repeatedly: Who? What? When? Or? For what? And How?
You probably won’t ask all of these questions every time you read a Bible verse. But you can ask the most relevant questions that come to your mind after reading.
By asking a lot of Who? What? When? Or? For what? And How? questions, you have a much better idea of what any passage in the Bible says. You also have a good idea of what this is not say what you are not yet sure to say.
The exciting news in Scripture is that God promises to bless the person who reads His word, examines it carefully, understands it correctly, personalizes it, and then applies it (Psalm 1:1-2, John 16:13, John 14:26). Be that person!
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