Memory Verse
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: "- 2 Timothy 3:16
BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Timothy 3:14-17
INTRODUCTION
The Scripture is the compilation of prophecies (God's words) from different prophets over a very long time. These formed the Bible. The Holy Book contains the Old Testament and the New Testament written by divine inspiration - 2 Tim 3:16. God's word is eternally true and never fails·- Psalm 119:89,160; Isa 40:8; 2 Peter 1:19, 1 Cor. 2:7-15. Prophecy came not in olden time by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. I pray that the Holy Ghost will use the power in His words to give us spiritual healing, deliverance, faith, rebirth, wisdom and strength in Jesus' name. Amen.
OUTLINES
1. INSPIRED AND PROFITABLE
2. REMINDS ONE OF FALSE DOCTRINES IN THE LAST DAYS
INSPIRED AND PROFITABLE
The Bible was written by divine inspiration and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction and for instruction in righteousness- 2Timothy 3:16; 1 Thessalonians 2:13, 2 Peter 1:21, Hebrews 1:1. 'Scripture' derives from the Latin word "scripfura"which means 'writing'- Exodus 32:15-16, 2 Chron. 36:22.
What are the things that make the Scripture profitable: (i) Jesus Christ used the scripture to overcome Satan - Matt.4:4, 6, 10 Matt.21:13. (ii)These prophetic words are powerful John 6:63; Ps. 33:6, 9, Hebrews 11:3. (iii) God's word is our spiritual weapon -Eph 6:17, Jer. 5:14; Jer. 23:29 Heb 4:12 (iv) It saves us and gives us spiritual rebirth-1 Peter 1:23 (v) it gives faith, truth, wisdom and strength - Romans10:17; Psalm 19:7b (vi) Meditation in the word causes prosperity and success - Joshua 1 :8; Psalm 1 :2-3 ;1Tim 4:15.(vii) lt is the source of eternal life for the believers - John 5:39.
REMINDS ONE OF FALSE DOCTRINES IN THE LAST DAYS
Doctrine is a belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a group or sect. We have doctrine of man - Matt. 15:9, 16:12, Eph 4:14. For instance, there is doctrine of Salaam - Rev 2:14. We also have doctrine of the Nicolaitans - Rev. 2: 15. The most important doctrine is the doctrine of Christ Matt.7:28-29; Mark 4:2, John 7:16-17. We are to obey the doctrines of Christ - Romans 6:17, 1 Timothy 4:6, 13. Other doctrines apart from that of Christ are of Satan and should be avoided- Jer. 23:16, 21-22. In the last days, many will turn away from the doctrine of Christ to false doctrines similar to those of Salaam, the Nicolaitans and of Jezebel1Tim 4:1-2, 2 Tim.3:8-10. The scripture has already warned us - Revelations 2:7a.
CONCLUSION
Take heed to the scripture, it will surely be fulfilled - Matthew 5: 18.
QUESTIONS
1. Define the scripture and give some of its importance.
2. Mention some doctrines of Satan.
BLESSED WEEK WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
MONDAY: 2 Timothy 4:13 - Give attention to doctrine.
TUESDAY: 2 Timothy 415-16 - Continue in the doctrine till Jesus comes.
WEDNESDAY: 1 Peter 1:23 -The scripture can save us and give us spiritual rebirth.
THURSDAY: Joshua 1:8 - Meditation in the scripture causes prosperity and success.
FRIDAY: 'Romans 10:17 - The scripture gives faith and strength.
SATURDAY: John 6:63 - The scripture has power to heal our soul, spirit and body.
SUNDAY: Deut. 28:1-15 - Obedience to the scripture brings blessings.
