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Scripture; how do we study it, and what do we gain?

Richard Forbes
Christian, Daily Devotion, Learning, Understanding Scripture

When we have begun our study of the teachings of Jesus Christ, and the Word of God, have we committed ourselves to obeying and following what we find there by loving them deeply, or do we pursue these things as a matter of curiosity? Are we wanting to have a command of scripture, or to allow it to have command over us? Our motivation in learning determines what we gain by it. So how do we search the Word, and sift through the Gospel? Do we simply gain intellectually, or by a motivation founded in love do we gain eternity?

Understanding Scripture - Meatloaf, the Holy Spirit, and A Little House on the Prairie

Richard Forbes
Christian, Daily Devotion, Understanding Scripture, Living God’s Word

Do you lean on your own understanding when you read scripture? Do you try to discern the meaning of God’s Word by your own insufficient intellect? The apostles had Jesus right there with them, and yet they were so often confused by what He said, and had to have it repeated and explained. It was not until the Holy Spirit came into them that they were truly enlightened.