2 Timothy 3:16
King James Version
16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God,
and is profitable for doctrine,
for reproof,
for correction,
for instruction in righteousness:
There is no going around it.
Scripture is ultimate.
It's the only way to understand God, the world, ourselves, the past, the present, and the future.
It's the only GUIDE to a sure future.
It's the only One that will speak of God's TRUTH.
It's the only Reference for ALL THINGS GOD.
It's the only Source of the TRUTH of JESUS.
If you're searching for God, Scripture is it.
If you want to test the truth of today's so-called prophets, you must turn to Scripture.
If you want to test the soundness, and validity of your thoughts, words, actions, life, and work, Scripture must be your reference.
The same can be said for others, if you want to test their thoughts, words, actions, and their life, and work.
If you want to be closer to God, you must read Scripture.
If you want to know what being born again means, Scripture will tell you.
Scripture tells you that JESUS is the way back to GOD.
John 14:6
King James Version
6 Jesus saith unto him,
I am the way,
the truth,
and the life:
no man cometh unto the Father,
but by me.
Scripture also reveals that JESUS is the WORD, and GOD.
John 1:1
King James Version
1 In the beginning was the Word,
and the Word was with God,
and the Word was God.
John 1:14
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14 And the Word was made flesh,
and dwelt among us,
(and we beheld his glory,
the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,)
full of grace and truth.
In four words, GOD created LIGHT on earth.
Genesis 1:1-3
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1 In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.
2 And the earth was without form,
and void;
and darkness was upon the face of the deep.
And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.
3 And God said,
Let there be light:
and there was light.
Scripture tells you that JESUS is the LIGHT of the world.
John 8:12
King James Version
12 Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying,
I am the light of the world:
he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness,
but shall have the light of life.
Again, Scripture testifies that JESUS is the WORD of GOD.
Revelation 19:13
King James Version
13 And he was clothed with a vesture dipped in blood:
and his name is called The Word of God.
All these I came to know from the guidance of the Holy Spirit, for I am born again.
Before then, I would not even touch the Bible, the WORD of GOD.
Only through the Holy Spirit could I begin to understand Scripture.
The HOLY SPIRIT -- a gift from the Father, prayed for by Jesus -- is given to teach us ALL things JESUS.
As such, only the Holy Spirit can teach us about Scripture.
Only the Holy Spirit can rightfully guide us to understanding Scripture.
If you are a true born again, diligent in your walk with the LORD, you will know the prompts of SPIRIT.
He will always lead you to the WORD of GOD -- from which, all things must be tested.
Scripture will be your SURE guide.
The Holy Spirit will lead you to the PRECISE verses that speak of GOD's GLORY.
He will always speak of JESUS.
John 14:26
King James Version
26 But the Comforter,
which is the Holy Ghost,
whom the Father will send in my name,
he shall teach you all things,
and bring all things to your remembrance,
whatsoever I have said unto you.
You will never be lost again.
You would have found the TRUTH of GOD -- through SCRIPTURE.
You would also have found your own truth, and the truth of others.
Peace will reign.
Take that walk with the LORD now.
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