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Daily Encounter: A Week-day Devotional by a staff of ACTS International. |
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The Bibleā"A True Treasure
In the presence of God and of Christ
Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and
his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the word, be prepared in season and
out of season, correct, rebuke and encourageā"with great patience and careful
instruction. For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine.
Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number
of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. They will turn their
ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. But you, keep your head in
all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all
the duties of your ministry.1 Almost everyone can access a Bible
today, yet it often remains closed. If we understood its true value, we would
appreciate the Word of God above all else. The entire Bible was inspired by the Holy
Spirit, every thought and word originating in God Himself (2 Peter 1:20-21). Consider how we treasure letters from
the people we love. Our reaction to the Bible should be even stronger. The
Creator of the universe, the God who holds eternity in His hand, recorded
truths for His children to live with joy. Moreover, God reveals Himself through
His Word, which has power to transform our lives (Hebrews 4:12). Our love for the Bible is rooted in
its essential purpose. Romans 10:17 tells us that faith comes from hearing, and
hearing by the word of God. Therefore, the Bible is key to our understanding of
saving faith. How can such a book become common in our hearts, to the point
that we stop valuing it? Think about the last time you saw a
Bible. What was your reaction? Did you read it with enthusiasm and reverence?
The next time you open this precious Book, read its words, savor their meaning,
and ask God to help you apply them in your life. Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly
Father, thank you that we have access to a Bible and can read and study it
freely. Let us realize what a great privilege we have and not take it for
granted. Lord, in Your Word we have the instructions on how to live. Let us
give it the value it deserves and give thanks at all times for Your Word. In
the name of Jesus I pray, Amen. 1.
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Timothy 4:1-5 (NIV). Today's Encounter
was written by: Rosina N. |
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