How To Study God's Word
Importance of Meditating in God's Word.
The Word of God is essential for the regenerated man. It is both his nourishment and his healing. God's Word has the power to transform lives, change nations, and move mountains.
Yet, many people do not know how to study the Word. Some don’t even know where to start.
Others read the Bible as if it were just another piece of literature. But the Word of God is far more than that—it is living and powerful, especially when mixed with faith. We must learn to meditate on the Word and invite the Holy Spirit to teach us and reveal its hidden truths.
As you go through this study, may the eyes of your understanding be enlightened!
The Word of God is Key
“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Discussion Questions.
In your own words, explain what it means when we say that 'the Word of God is inspired.'
The Word of God is Key
“My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.” Proverbs 4:20-22 (KJV)
The Word of God is Key
“This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein 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.” Joshua 1:8
Discussion Questions.
According to the two passages above, how are we instructed to respond to the Scriptures?
What are some benefits a believer receives from spending time in God’s Word?
In what ways has engaging with the Word of God personally blessed your life?
Key Points
The Word of God is inspired
The Word of God is profitable for doctrine
The Word of God instructs in righteousness
Pay close attention to God’s Word
Keep God’s Word before your eyes
Commit God’s Word to memory
God’s Word is life and health
Confess the Word of God continuously
Meditate in it day and night
Be a doer of the Word
This is the key to prosperity and being successful