Speaking the Truth in Love
Why Study the Bible?
1. To be approved of God - 2 Tim. 2:15
2. To establish and increase our faith - Rom. 10:17; John 20:30-31
3. To receive food for the soul - 1 Pet. 2:1-2; Heb. 5:12-14
4. To obtain freedom from guilt - John 8:31-32; 1 Pet. 1:22
5. To see God's view of ourselves - James 1:21-25
6. To arm ourselves for hardships - Rom. 15:4; Isa. 40:28-31
7. To be able to comfort and edify others - Col. 4:6; 1 Thess. 5:14
8. To view all of God's good works - 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:3
9. To be capable workmen - 2 Tim. 2:15; 1 Pet. 3:15
10. To safeguard against error - Acts 17:11; 1 John 4:1
11. To discern between good and evil - Heb. 5:14
12. To be wise - Psalm 19:7
13. To be able to teach others - 1 Pet. 3:15; 2 Tim. 2:2
14. To obtain light and understanding - Psalm 119:130
15. To be purified and sanctified - John 15:3; 17:17; Psalm 19:7
16. To more fully obey God - Rom. 12:2
17. To be strengthened and encouraged - Acts 20:32; Rom. 15:4
18. To be saved eternally - 2 Tim. 3:15; James 1:21
19. To know the standard - John 12:48; Rev. 20:12
