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Word To Live By | Part 2 | How do we know the Bible is trustworthy?

Tyler Minton
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May 26, 2024

Main Idea

The central message of 'Word to Live By' was that the Bible remains God's Word to us today, and our relationship with it should be one of love and obedience. Pastor Andrew Wilson stressed that our belief in the Bible's trustworthiness is not because of its own claims, but because of our trust in Jesus, who loved and obeyed Scripture. Emulating Jesus means adopting His attitude towards the Bible, and to truly follow Him, we must also obey His teachings. Pastor Andrew shared practical habits for thriving as spiritual apprentices, including having a plan, place, time, and community for engaging with Scripture.

Scripture References

Psalm 119:103, Psalm 103:111-112, Psalm 103:127-136, Luke 4:16-19, Matthew 28:16-20, John 14:21

1. How does understanding Jesus' relationship with Scripture influence our own approach to the Bible?

Our faith in the Bible comes from our faith in Jesus; I don't believe in Jesus because of the Bible, but I believe in the Bible because I trust in Jesus.

2. What are some practical steps we can take to make Scripture a sweeter and more treasured part of our daily lives?

Discussion Questions:

3. How can we reconcile unanswered questions or unpopular answers we encounter in the Bible with our trust in Jesus?

4. What habits can we develop to become spiritually healthy and thriving apprentices of Jesus?

5. Discuss the B.R.E.A.D. method (Be Still, Read, Encounter, Apply, Devote) and how it can be implemented in our Bible study routine.

We can either challenge the Bible or let the Bible challenge us; the choice is ours.

Summary

In the sermon 'Word to Live By,' Pastor Andrew Wilson emphasized the timeless relevance of the Bible, despite its ancient origins. He encouraged us to fall deeply in love with Scripture, highlighting its role in teaching us truth, imparting wisdom, and helping us hear God's voice. Through various Psalms, Pastor Andrew illustrated the sweetness and value of God's Word. He also pointed out that our trust in the Bible is rooted in our trust in Jesus Christ, who esteemed Scripture highly, as seen in Luke 4:16-19. Jesus' authority is mediated to us through Scripture, and to follow Him means to come under the authority of His Word, as stated in John 14:21.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's commit to deepening our love for Scripture by engaging with it daily and allowing it to guide our lives.

Reflect on how Jesus valued and used Scripture, and strive to emulate His example in our own spiritual journey.

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