The Word of God

The Word of God

Biblical illiteracy is an epidemic today
Rick Warren says: “Never before in history has the Bible been more available in the Western world…and yet, never before in history has there been such a famine of God’s Word. Most people are ignorant of what the scriptures have to say. We live in a day of biblical illiteracy, even among many of the people of God.”

Why do we need to know the Word?
- The Word guarantees powerful results in our lives
- Truth is under attack like never before in our world
- Ignorance of the Word can lead to deception

Three reasons why people do not study the Bible for themselves
* Laziness
* Not motivated
* Don't know how

What Should We Do?
* Accept the Word as our ultimate authority
* Renew our minds with the Word
* Anchor our souls to what God's Word says
* Use the Word
* Share the Word
* Apply the Word practically

How Do We Start?
* Do a Christian "Foundation Course" in your local church
* Listen to good teaching
* Attend Bible studies
* Get some tools to help you dig for yourself

The above teaching was given by Sarah Legge at Abundant Life on 8 Jan 2012