012. Bible, Value of the

012. Bible, Value of the

12 VALUE OF THE BIBLE INTRODUCTION Emphasis has been placed on the Bible as a store house of knowledge, a guide to Christian living, and doctrine to be believed.

It has other values not usually recognized.

I. RICH IN SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT 1. This put in the figure of "milk." (1 Peter 2:2.) 2. Under "solid food." (Hebrews 5:12-14.) 3. Under "living water." (John 4:10; John 7:37-39.) 4. Under "bread of life ." (John 6:51.) 5. Bible the only source for this nourishment.

II. IT HAS A MESSAGE FOR ALL OUR MOODS 1. If discouraged, a message of courage.

2. If weak, it supplies strength.

3. If joyful, it supplements our joy.

4. If sorrowful, it brings comfort .

5. If in despair, it gives hope.

6. If dying, it gives life.

III. IT SUPPLIES ALL NEEDS 1. Man a religious being; it teaches him how to worship.

2. Man a sinful being; it teaches him how to get forgiveness.

3. Man a suffering being; it teaches him of a great Physician.

4. Man an intelligent being it instructs him in the ways of righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16-17.)