Introduction A. In a time when public confidence in the Bible seems to be at an all-time low (and falling), it is importa...
Do You Understand?
Introduction A. Misunderstandings can sometimes be comical, but at other times they can have devastating effects in our jobs, relationships, etc. B. The consequences of misunderstandings could never be more serious than they are when they pertain to our faith. I. Jesus was often misunderstood. A. People misunderstood His words (John 2:19-21; 3:3-4; 4:10-15; 7:35; 8:26-27). B. Often even His own disciples did not understand...
“Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth”
Introduction A. If it is possible to “rightly divide the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15), this implies that it is also possible to wrongly divide it. B. Rightly dividing the Word is a skill that can only be mastered through constant and careful study. I. Rightly dividing the Word requires diligence. A. The concept of diligence implies not only haste (cf. Luke 2:16; 19:5-6), but also care (2 Corinthians 7:12; 8:16). B. Because I will stand before God one day...
Jots and Tittles
Introduction
A. In every aspect of His life, Jesus emphasized the Scriptures: when he preached (Luke 4:14-21), when he rebuked the erring (Matt. 26:54), when He was tempted (Matt. 4:1-11), and when He died (Matt. 27:46).
B. As disciples of Jesus, we should seek to be diligent students and teachers of God’s Word (cf. Ezra 7:10).
C. While we need to read the Bible daily, we must also study it carefully.
I. A jot or tittle...