My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Grace and peace be with you all.
I want to speak today about a conviction that dwells deep in the heart of our faith: the profound certainty that God is faithful, and He has preserved His Holy Word for us.
As the Scripture reminds us, our God is so intimately involved in our lives that He has counted every hair on our heads (Matthew 10:30). If He can hold the smallest details of your life in His mind, is there truly anything too difficult for Him? Absolutely not! He is able, and He has acted, to ensure that the message of salvation, the blueprint for life, and the revelation of His character reached us.
From the hands of the earliest scribes to the pages we hold today, we can rest in the knowledge that the God who spoke the universe into existence has been guarding His covenant message. We have no fear of losing His Word, because He is its ultimate keeper.
Why We Must Read the Word
Since God has gone to such lengths to give us His Word, our response should be one of joy, reverence, and dedication. Our purpose is not to endlessly debate the perfect form of the Bible, but to immerse ourselves in its life-giving substance.
It is Our Nourishment: The Bible is not merely a historical textbook; it is the Bread of Life for our souls. Matthew 4:4 teaches us: "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God." To grow spiritually, we must eat.
It is Our Light and Guide: In a world filled with confusion, the Bible is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). It shows us the way of righteousness and keeps us from stumbling into darkness.
It Reveals Jesus Christ: The entire message of Scripture points to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As you read, you are not just gathering facts; you are encountering the living Word made flesh. You are seeing the depth of His love and the power of His resurrection.
An Encouragement to Simply Read
Beloved, let us approach the Bible with humility and hunger.
When you pick up your copy—whether it’s the translation you’ve always known, a newer version on your phone, or an heirloom Bible passed down—trust the faithfulness of God that stands behind those pages.
Don't let the footnotes and debates silence your reading.
Don't let the complexity of ancient texts stop you from seeking the simple truth of the Gospel.
Just open it, ask the Holy Spirit to teach you, and read.
The power is not in the ink or the paper; the power is in the eternal, living message that God has preserved for you. Let us commit today to be a people devoted to the reading of the trustworthy Word of God.
Amen.
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