The main idea of Pastor Andrew Wilson's message was that our belief in the Bible's trustworthiness is not based on its own claims, but on Jesus Christ's endorsement of it. Andrew argued that to love Jesus is to love what He loves, and Jesus loved Scripture. He pointed out that we live in a post-authority culture where many see themselves as the ultimate authority, but as followers of Jesus, we should allow the Bible to have authority over us. He concluded by offering practical advice for engaging with Scripture and developing habits that lead to spiritual health and growth.
Psalm 119:103, Psalm 103:111-112, Psalm 103:127-136, Luke 4:16-19, Matthew 28:16-20, John 14:21, Psalm 23
3. In what ways does our culture challenge the authority of Scripture, and how can we respond?
4. How does the concept of the Bible as a covenant document change our perspective on its authority?
5. Discuss the impact that regular Bible reading can have on mental health and spiritual growth.
In the sermon 'Word to Live By: How do we know if the Bible is trustworthy?' Pastor Andrew Wilson emphasized the timeless relevance of the Bible, despite its ancient origins. He encouraged us to deeply love Scripture, highlighting its role in teaching truth, imparting wisdom, and helping us hear God's voice. He shared statistics on Bible engagement in America, revealing a desire for more interaction with Scripture. Andrew stressed that our trust in the Bible is rooted in our trust in Jesus, who treated the Bible as authoritative, good, and powerful. He also discussed the Bible's role as a covenant document for believers and the importance of submitting to its authority as followers of Jesus.
Start a YouVersion Bible Reading Plan to engage with Scripture regularly.
If you miss a day of reading the Bible, don't let yourself miss two; maintain consistency.