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The Scriptures arm us against destructive error.
The Bible constantly warns God's people against those who bring in false teachings... Ephesians
4:14, Acts 20:27-31
The Scriptures protect us from occult influence.
We are told in the Word of God that there is an occult force stalking this planet "seeking whom
he may devour" The Bible shows what they are, what are their devices and plans - and how to
annul their evil influence... l Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:10-18.

"...after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock. Also of
your own selves shall men arise speaking perverse things to draw away disciples after them"
[Acts 20:29-30]. A later lesson will investigate these hidden forces and discuss ways of
protecting yourself from their influence.

The Scriptures open salvation for others.
As we personally grow to deeper understanding of God's way as revealed in Scripture we are
enabled to guide others to faith... I Peter 3:15, 11 Timothy 2:2

The Scriptures are meant to change your life.
Above all, the Scriptures are given us so we can come towards spiritual maturity, to instill in us
the very mind of God. They show us how we, as his children, can conduct ourselves like Jesus
Christ. The Bible is not a weapon to bludgeon others!

Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the wicked, Nor standeth in the way of
sinners, Nor sitteth in the seat of scoffers: But his delight is in the law of Jehovah; And on his law
doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the streams of water,
That bringeth forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also doth not wither; And whatsoever he
doeth shall prosper.
The wicked are not so, But are like the chaff which the wind driveth away. Therefore the wicked
shall not stand in the judgment, Nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. For Jehovah
knoweth the way of the righteous; But the way of the wicked shall perish.
Psalms 1

The Importance of Reading the Bible

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