Why Can We Trust the Bible?
Why Can We Trust the Bible?Chapter 1 — God and His Word
Lesson 3: Why Can We Trust the Bible?We can trust the Bible because it is the true Word of God.
Explanation
The Bible is not just a collection of old stories or nice ideas. It is God’s Word, given to people so that they can know His will, His character, and His plan of salvation. Because God speaks the truth, Scripture can be trusted too.
The Bible teaches us, corrects us, sets us straight, and shapes us. It does not come to us only to give us information, but to change our hearts and our lives.
Bible story
Timothy was taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and Paul tells him that all Scripture is given by inspiration of God. The Word prepared Timothy to know Christ and to be useful in the Lord’s work.
Remember
- The truth: We can trust the Bible because it is the true Word of God.
- Because God does not lie, we can trust everything Scripture says.
- The Bible is not only for reading, but also for obeying, believing, and living.
2 Timothy 3:16
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”
Tap to open the verse in Scripture and mark it as read.
- Make room for the Bible in your day, even for a short time, but with attention.
- When you are confused, ask first: What does God say in His Word?
- Let the Bible correct you; do not try to change it to suit your taste.
1. Why is the Bible special?
2. How does the Bible help us?
3. Who is the highest author of Scripture?
4. How should we receive the Bible?