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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 it is, what are its devices and plans - and how to annul it’s
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 to us so we can move 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! Romans 12:2:

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.
Psalm 1

When do we study and meditate the Bible?

Joshua 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shalt
meditate thereon day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all
that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou
shalt have good success.

Psalm 1:2 But his delight is in the law of Jehovah; And on his law doth he meditate
day and night.

Deuteronomy 6:6-7 And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be upon thy heart; and
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thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thy house,
and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.

Acts 17:11 Now these were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with
all readiness of mind, examining the Scriptures daily, whether these things were so.

When? In the morning… In the afternoon… In the evening? You can worship God any time during the
day or night.

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