Why Study the Bible?

The study of the Scripture is not an option but essential. However, we need to take certain steps in a certain order to guarantees certain results.

• It is essential for Spiritual Growth ( 2 Peter 2:2)

a.  Attitude for the Word of God (Our attitude should like that of a new born baby)

b.  Appetite for the Word of God (We must develop an appetite for the Word of God like new born baby.)

c.  Aim of the Word – ('you may grow thereby..’) In order TO GROW NOT TO KNOW

• It is essential to Spiritual Maturity [Heb. 5:1-14 ]
• It is essential for Spiritual Effectiveness [1 Tim 3:16 -17]

It does not only tell how to correct us but how to continue to live according to God’s purpose for our lives

·  There is no growth apart from the Word of God.

·  For us to becoming receptive and reproductive.

·   It always by means of first hand appointment.

a. It will enable you to think.

b. It will enable to evaluate the thoughts of others.

c.  It will give you the personal joy of discovery.

d.  It will enable you to fall in love with the Word of God