Can you say that you know Jesus the Son of God better?

1. Definition

The Bible is God's revelation of Himself to man, His creation. The Bible forms one continuous story; the story of humanity in relation to God. From the beginning to the end, the Bible has one great theme; the Person and work of Jesus Christ.

2. Read Hebrews 1:1-3

• In these verses we see that God's Word is a progressive revelation.
• Sundry Times
• Diverse manners
• Times past
• Unto the fathers by the prophets
• In these last days
• Unto us by/in/His Son (The express image of His person).

3. Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17

• What portion of scripture is inspired by God?
  
• The work "inspired" in this verse means "God Breathed." It's as if God spoke it himself. (See Genesis 2:7)
• What is God's Word profitable for?
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4. Characteristics of the Word of God

• The Word of God

  1 Peter 1:23, 25

• The Word is

  Hebrews 4:12

• My Word will

  Luke 21:33

• The Gospel of Christ is

  Romans 1:16

5. How do I know the Bible is reliable and without error?

• 2 Peter 1:20-21 assures us that God's Word is true and reliable. Note: There are over 300 prophecies in the Old Testament fulfilled during the life and ministry of Jesus. If we analyze the probability of one person fulfilling just eight, the probability would be 1 in 10 with 17 zeros after it! We can understand why Peter declares that the written word of prophecy is more sure.
• 2 Timothy 3:16 tells us that all Scripture finds its origin in God.
• Titus 1:2 tells us that God cannot lie.
• What does this say about the reliability of God's Word?

Notes/Questions

Assignment: Read Psalms 119:1-88, Memorize Psalms 119:105, and pray for one another.